4 boxes of Sumamed!

So, I’ve been dealing with this nasty case of strep throat, and my doctor has me on quite the regimen. First, they handed me two boxes of Augmentin 500 mg—each one containing three tablets—and then, after a follow-up exam, I was prescribed another two boxes entirely. It’s a bit much, isn't it? I mean, I've actually started feeling like a brand-new person after just a few days, which makes me wonder why on earth I need such a massive stockpile of antibiotics. Is there any actual reason for such a heavy dose, or am I just overdoing it? I suppose I'm asking because, let's face it, Augmentin is no joke when it comes to what it does to your system. Does anyone have any insight into why they'd prescribe this much at once? Thanks in advance.

Jessica Edwards39 said:I’ve been diagnosed with strep throat, and my initial treatment was two boxes of Augmentin 500mg, which comes with three tablets per pack. I just went back for another checkup and they handed me two more boxes. Honestly, I’ve been feeling like a brand-new person for a few days now, so I don't really understand why I need such a massive amount of Augmentin. I mean, what could possibly happen if I take that many pills? I'm asking because, let's face it, Augmentin is pretty heavy-duty stuff... thanks in advance.

Look, I don't mean to be blunt, but did it ever occur to you to just ask your doctor why they prescribed two more boxes instead of bringing these kinds of questions to us on an internet forum?🤷🙂

Jessica Edwards39 said:I've got strep throat, and my treatment started out with two boxes of Augmentin 500mg—three pills per box—and now I just left the doctor's office and they gave me two more boxes. Honestly, I've been feeling like a brand new person for a few days now, so I don't get why I need this much Augmentin. What's the big deal if I take this many tablets? I'm asking because, come on, it's still Augmentin!!!!??? Thanks in advance

Just because you feel better doesn't mean the infection is gone. 😉

Look, Augmentin is a standard antibiotic, nothing more. It’s not some experimental, aggressive cocktail that's going to wreck you; you aren't taking anything particularly intense, so there shouldn't be any drama. If the infection has already migrated to your sinuses or lungs, it makes sense that the course is longer. Sinuses, in particular, have poor blood flow, which means the antibiotic doesn't reach them as efficiently.

Come on, guys... I’ve honestly never heard of anyone taking St. John's Wort in such massive quantities. Usually, you just take one bottle and feel the effects for several days afterward...
Plus, it can be pretty risky. My dad actually ended up with a severely enlarged liver from it, and he only took a single bottle.

So, the liver was already basically compromised by something else then.