Post by woodyz on Aug 14, 2018 13:26:22 GMT -7
Two articles, follow your gut. Since it might be illegal, I can't/won't say what I did. I will admit my main/retreat medical kit is in a hard sided bag 28"L X 18"W X 12"H.
How I Got A 260 Pill SHTF Antibiotic Stockpile
By Diane August 14, 2018 10:18
Modern antibiotics are lifesavers. Without them, a simple cold can quickly turn into a deadly pneumonia, an infection in a small cut can mean the loss of a limb, and many ordinary childhood problems turn deadly. In fact, they have worked so well that we often turn to them as our first line of defense whenever an illness pops up.
But what if they were no longer available. In a crisis situation, the supply might be quickly used up, just when they are needed the most. I’ve chosen to stockpile a few different antibiotics for just this reason and I want to show you how you can do the same.
Buying Antibiotics to Stockpile
There are several ways to build up an antibiotic stockpile. The most expensive way to gather a stockpile is to ask your doctor for prescriptions of the antibiotics you will need. Most doctors will be reluctant to write these prescriptions, so this may not be as easy as it sounds. But if you know your doctor well and he or she is sympathetic, this will work.
You could also order your antibiotics from another country where a prescription is not needed. This method also has some risks since you don’t know the quality or authenticity of the medicines you receive. It is also illegal.
The method I chose is to purchase pet medicines that are the equivalent of human prescriptions and are available online for a reasonable price. I thoroughly research the maker and the quality of their products before purchase and make sure I know what dosages are appropriate for human use. Let me stress here that it is always preferable to consult a doctor before using any medicine, especially antibiotics. I am stockpiling these antibiotics for use when modern medical care is not available.
Choosing Antibiotics
My goal for this project was to choose a range of antibiotics that would cover most any bacterial infection that comes up. I chose to stockpile 4 different antibiotics plus an antibiotic ointment for external use on cuts and skin infections. I will probably expand this stockpile in the future. Here are the antibiotics that I chose:
Amoxicillin
Amoxicillin is the pink bubblegum flavored liquid that used to be prescribed for every childhood infection. Doctors are wary of prescribing it too often now because of resistant bacteria. It is a penicillin antibiotic that treats many different types of bacterial diseases including: bronchitis, pneumonia, tonsillitis, ear infections, sinus infections, urinary tract infections, E. Coli, salmonella infections and some STDs including gonorrhea and chlamydia. Standard dosage is 250 mg every 8 hours or 500 mg every 12 hours, depending on the illness and severity.
I purchased Fish Mox, the amoxicillin equivalent made by Thomas Labs. 30 tablets, each 250 mg, cost me $9.99. These tablets are marked as not for human consumption, but their formulation is identical to the amoxicillin that is made for human use. Ideally, I will stockpile several bottles of Fish Mox, since each 30 tablet bottle is enough for 1 treatment.
Ciprofloxacin
Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic in the fluoroquinolone class. It works by stopping the multiplication of bacteria, preventing the spread of the disease and promoting healing as the existing bacteria die off. I choose to stockpile Ciprofloxacin because I have seen it work miracles when other antibiotics have failed and it covers a wide range of infections, including some that might be expected in a SHTF situation.
Ciprofloxacin treats infections in the skin, lungs, bones, joints, and urinary tract. It treats infectious diarrheas caused by E. Coli, Campulocater jejuni, Shingella, septicemic plague caused by Y. pestis, tuberculosis, anthrax, and typhoid fever.
For my stockpile, I chose Ciprofloxacin Fish Flox Forte made by Thomas Labs A bottle of 30 x 500 mg tablets cost me 38.99 on sale. For most infections the usual dosage is 250 to 750 mg every 12 hours.
Metronidazone
Metronidazone is the generic name for Flagyl, an antibiotic that is effective against anaerobic bacteria. It is used to treat diseases of the abdomen such as peritonitis, liver abscesses, and abscesses of the ovaries and Fallopian tubes. It is also effective against Giardia lamblia and amoeba, two intestinal parasites that are common in contaminated water, as well as trichomonas which causes vaginal infections.
I purchased 100 tablets of Fish Zole made by Thomas Labs which contains 250 mg of metronidazole per tablet for $58.25. The recommended dosage ranges from 250 to 750 mg, three to four times daily, depending on the illness being treated.
Cephalexin
Fish Flex is the Thomas Labs equivalent for Cephalexin. I purchased 100 tablets of 250 mg each.
Cephalexin is a cephalosporin type antibiotic that treats gram-positive bacteria. It has many of the same uses as the penicillin class antibiotics, but it can be taken by most people that are allergic to penicillin. It is very effective at treating skin and soft tissue infections such as boils, carbuncles, and deep tissue infections. It is regularly prescribed to treat bladder infections, upper respiratory infections, bone infections, kidney infections, ear infections, pharyngitis, prostatitis and to prevent bacterial endocarditis during some dental procedures.
20% Ichthammol Ointment
I also stockpile an external ointment known as drawing salve or black drawing salve. I began using it long ago on skin infections and have seen it work wonders. It prevents infections when used promptly, even in deep cuts and I have seen it cure infections that had become established and were not responding to antibiotics.
Ichthammol is ammonium bituminosulfonate, a sulfur compound that has anti-inflammatory, bactericidal and fungicidal properties. It treats and promotes healing in skin infections and skin diseases such as psoriasis, rosacea, and acne.
A small 1-ounce tube of 20% Ichthammol for human use is currently $10.98, but I purchase the large 14 ounce tub for use with horses and pets for $14.99, a big savings.
Erythromycin
Many preppers choose to include erythromycin in their stockpile. I considered it and decided against it for several reasons. Amoxicillin and Cephalexin treat most of the same diseases that erythromycin is used for and erythromycin has a short shelf life. It degrades into a potentially poisonous substance that can be dangerous. Most antibiotics have long shelf-lifes that extend far beyond the expiration date. It is available in a powder form for fish use, but I was not happy with the information available on the formulation. Many preppers do use it, so do your own research if you decide this is an important antibiotic for your family stockpile.
Purchasing Pet Medicines
You want to be very careful when purchasing pet medicines. I researched the makers of antibiotic products thoroughly and chose to go with products from Thomas Labs because their products are USP certified quality antibiotics which helps me feel confident about the safety of the product. Their products also come in convenient tablet or capsule doses so there is no guesswork on doses and no need to make my own capsules.
One bottle each of the 4 antibiotics I chose cost me a total of $140, including sales taxes, a reasonable expense for the protection they provide. I recommend a minimum of 1 bottle of each, per person in your household, and extras are always a good idea.
This is not a long-term solution. You should also have a variety of natural remedies at home. I have a backyard garden that has all the medicinal plants I need. These pills are just in case I need a stronger dose. I haven’t had to use this stockpile yet as I managed to treat my ailments with plant-based tinctures and infusions.
www.askaprepper.com/how-i-got-a-260-pill-shtf-antibiotic-stockpile/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=AAP
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Vet Doctor Shows You How To Use Veterinary Drugs Post-SHTF
By Edele GreyJune 23, 2017 09:25
In light of recent events with the increasingly turbulent world politics, more and more people are concerned about a large-scale catastrophe or cataclysmic natural disaster. Should such an event occur, it’s essential to be prepared and suitably equipped for all eventualities to be able to provide for our families and their health. Most pain medications, basic first aid and general self-care supplies can be purchased over the counter from drug stores. Stockpiling food, water, and household supplies is relatively easy, however procuring prescription medications including antibiotics is not such a cut-and-dried situation.
Antibiotic compounds treat specific bacterial infections regardless of the species infected, i.e. be it human, canine, bovine or otherwise. The reason doctors and veterinarians use different antibiotics in different species are because some of these medications cause adverse side effects or even toxicity in some species due to interference with various organs as well as the bacteria causing the primary illness. Equally, some antibiotics work well in a range of species though the dose may be different; one such example is doxycycline.
Throughout the developing world, human patients are often treated with veterinary medications for a variety of reasons including expense and availability of human pharmaceuticals. It is illegal practice for anyone, veterinarian or otherwise to dispense any animal medication for human consumption. One of the primary reasons for this law is the potential for abuse of pain medications and anesthetics, particularly narcotics is simply too great to permit such practice. People actually using veterinary medications however, is not uncommon, particularly among those who work with animals.
Many companion animal medications are generic equivalents of human drugs; however, your veterinarian is not legally permitted to dispense these for your consumption, not even for an emergency situation. Another reason for these regulations is manufacturing hygiene. The United States Food and Drug Administration doesn’t require the same stringent guidelines regarding production hygiene for livestock antibiotics or feed additive medications as for human medicines. Impurities that could pose a health concern for humans but not for their intended animal consumers may be present in these compounds.
How To Use Veterinary Drugs
#1. Research is essential if you are considering sourcing an emergency supply of antibiotics, which is why are reading this article. You want to ensure you and your family’s safety and make informed decisions about healthcare in a post-apocalyptic scenario.
#2. You should ensure that the active ingredient is the actual antibiotic despite the brand name.
#3. Dosage is another important consideration, you should compile a dosage chart for the medications you have stocked, not just antibiotics but also any other prescription medications and keep this with the medication for easy access in an emergency situation. Pay close attention to the concentration of active ingredient and look for a product with minimal fillers.
#4. Be cautious when sourcing medication, for example, the quality of products sold by some internet pharmacy companies may be sub-par or even counterfeit. Look for the USP Verified Pharmaceutical Ingredient Marks on medications. These are special coding used to identify medication, e.g. USP Pharmaceutical Grade Tetracycline on a tablet means that the concentration of the active antibiotic (tetracycline) is verified by the FDA.
#5. Self-medication with prescription antibiotics without any physician’s input in our current civilization is ill-advised as you increase the risk of selecting for multidrug-resistant strains of bacteria. You should follow your doctor’s directions for taking medications, to minimize the development of resistance in bacteria thus reducing the efficacy of our medications in the event of a disaster. The information in this article should only be used in the event of a crisis when prescriptions are not available.
Classes of Antibiotics
Another concern about self-medication is the diagnosis and subsequent treatment. You may not have the correct diagnosis; thus, you may not select the correct antibiotic or dosage. Using the incorrect medication or dose could put yours or another person’s health or life at risk.
Penicillins
There are a number of penicillin variants including amoxicillin, methicillin and flucloxacillin; also, combinations such as amoxicillin/clavulanate and ampicillin/sulbactam are also available. Penicillin was introduced in the 1940s and is used to treat a wide range of common ear/nose/throat, skin and respiratory infections including strep throat, Salmonella infections and pneumonia. Some people are deathly allergic to penicillin based antibiotics and can have anaphylactic reactions so use with caution.
Fluoroquinolones
Do not use these antibiotics as a first choice for any infection! Use with caution in children!
Ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin and ofloxacin are some of the antibiotics in this class and are used to treat urinary tract infections, pneumonia and gonorrhea. A number of these drugs have been withdrawn from the market due to toxicities and microbial resistance is on the increase. Side effects are uncommon but can be severe including seizures, weakness, nausea and tendon damage even with short term use.
Cephalosporins
Do not use these antibiotics as a first choice for any infection!
There are five generations of this class of antibiotic available, earlier generations have good action against streptococcal and staphylococcal infections while the newest generation treats multidrug resistant bacteria including pseudomonal infections. Adverse responses include allergic reactions, gastrointestinal upset including nausea and diarrhea. These antibiotics can be used to treat gonorrhea, severe skin or middle ear infections and genito-urinary tract infections.
Macrolides
These antibiotics are good alternatives for people allergic to penicillins and cephalosporins.
Antibiotics in this class include azithromycin, clarithromycin, erythromycin and spiramycin. These are useful to treat respiratory infections such as whooping cough, Lyme disease, mouth infections and syphilis. Side effects include gastrointestinal upsets, liver problems and sight problems.
Aminoglycosides
This group includes amikacin, gentamicin, neomycin and streptomycin. These antibiotics are useful in treating infections caused by Escherichia coli, Klebsiella andPseudomonas aeruginosa and tularemia. These antibiotics are effective to treat severe bone and soft tissue infections. These are not effective when taken by mouth, but injectable and topical forms of these drugs are useful, including treating gonorrhea and tuberculosis. Side effects including hearing and kidney damage.
Sulfonamides
Possibly the best known member of this class is silver sulfadiazine which is topically used for burns and skin irritations. Others members include trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole and sulfadimethoxine and are used to treat urinary tract and eye infections. Side effects include kidney problems, nausea and sunlight sensitivity, symptoms of allergies to these include skin rashes.
Some helpful links are listed below:
The American Academy of Family Physicians‘ website is a good resource for educating yourself on health matters including quality cost-effective health care. This website includes information on interactions between medications, side effects and appropriate dosing.
You can also access a clinical guide with information about commonly available antibiotics and dosing information for both adults and children.
The best advice I can give you for preparing for a SHTF situation is to be scrupulous with your research and selecting your sources for antibiotics. Choose only reputable or peer reviewed sources for your information and be careful when selecting veterinary medications for your cupboard and always keep medications well away from children. Regularly check your medication inventory and if anything is past its expiration date discard in a safe manner and replace with a new version.
www.askaprepper.com/use-veterinary-drugs-humans-post-shtfthis-can-use-veterinary-drugs-post-shtf/
How I Got A 260 Pill SHTF Antibiotic Stockpile
By Diane August 14, 2018 10:18
Modern antibiotics are lifesavers. Without them, a simple cold can quickly turn into a deadly pneumonia, an infection in a small cut can mean the loss of a limb, and many ordinary childhood problems turn deadly. In fact, they have worked so well that we often turn to them as our first line of defense whenever an illness pops up.
But what if they were no longer available. In a crisis situation, the supply might be quickly used up, just when they are needed the most. I’ve chosen to stockpile a few different antibiotics for just this reason and I want to show you how you can do the same.
Buying Antibiotics to Stockpile
There are several ways to build up an antibiotic stockpile. The most expensive way to gather a stockpile is to ask your doctor for prescriptions of the antibiotics you will need. Most doctors will be reluctant to write these prescriptions, so this may not be as easy as it sounds. But if you know your doctor well and he or she is sympathetic, this will work.
You could also order your antibiotics from another country where a prescription is not needed. This method also has some risks since you don’t know the quality or authenticity of the medicines you receive. It is also illegal.
The method I chose is to purchase pet medicines that are the equivalent of human prescriptions and are available online for a reasonable price. I thoroughly research the maker and the quality of their products before purchase and make sure I know what dosages are appropriate for human use. Let me stress here that it is always preferable to consult a doctor before using any medicine, especially antibiotics. I am stockpiling these antibiotics for use when modern medical care is not available.
Choosing Antibiotics
My goal for this project was to choose a range of antibiotics that would cover most any bacterial infection that comes up. I chose to stockpile 4 different antibiotics plus an antibiotic ointment for external use on cuts and skin infections. I will probably expand this stockpile in the future. Here are the antibiotics that I chose:
Amoxicillin
Amoxicillin is the pink bubblegum flavored liquid that used to be prescribed for every childhood infection. Doctors are wary of prescribing it too often now because of resistant bacteria. It is a penicillin antibiotic that treats many different types of bacterial diseases including: bronchitis, pneumonia, tonsillitis, ear infections, sinus infections, urinary tract infections, E. Coli, salmonella infections and some STDs including gonorrhea and chlamydia. Standard dosage is 250 mg every 8 hours or 500 mg every 12 hours, depending on the illness and severity.
I purchased Fish Mox, the amoxicillin equivalent made by Thomas Labs. 30 tablets, each 250 mg, cost me $9.99. These tablets are marked as not for human consumption, but their formulation is identical to the amoxicillin that is made for human use. Ideally, I will stockpile several bottles of Fish Mox, since each 30 tablet bottle is enough for 1 treatment.
Ciprofloxacin
Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic in the fluoroquinolone class. It works by stopping the multiplication of bacteria, preventing the spread of the disease and promoting healing as the existing bacteria die off. I choose to stockpile Ciprofloxacin because I have seen it work miracles when other antibiotics have failed and it covers a wide range of infections, including some that might be expected in a SHTF situation.
Ciprofloxacin treats infections in the skin, lungs, bones, joints, and urinary tract. It treats infectious diarrheas caused by E. Coli, Campulocater jejuni, Shingella, septicemic plague caused by Y. pestis, tuberculosis, anthrax, and typhoid fever.
For my stockpile, I chose Ciprofloxacin Fish Flox Forte made by Thomas Labs A bottle of 30 x 500 mg tablets cost me 38.99 on sale. For most infections the usual dosage is 250 to 750 mg every 12 hours.
Metronidazone
Metronidazone is the generic name for Flagyl, an antibiotic that is effective against anaerobic bacteria. It is used to treat diseases of the abdomen such as peritonitis, liver abscesses, and abscesses of the ovaries and Fallopian tubes. It is also effective against Giardia lamblia and amoeba, two intestinal parasites that are common in contaminated water, as well as trichomonas which causes vaginal infections.
I purchased 100 tablets of Fish Zole made by Thomas Labs which contains 250 mg of metronidazole per tablet for $58.25. The recommended dosage ranges from 250 to 750 mg, three to four times daily, depending on the illness being treated.
Cephalexin
Fish Flex is the Thomas Labs equivalent for Cephalexin. I purchased 100 tablets of 250 mg each.
Cephalexin is a cephalosporin type antibiotic that treats gram-positive bacteria. It has many of the same uses as the penicillin class antibiotics, but it can be taken by most people that are allergic to penicillin. It is very effective at treating skin and soft tissue infections such as boils, carbuncles, and deep tissue infections. It is regularly prescribed to treat bladder infections, upper respiratory infections, bone infections, kidney infections, ear infections, pharyngitis, prostatitis and to prevent bacterial endocarditis during some dental procedures.
20% Ichthammol Ointment
I also stockpile an external ointment known as drawing salve or black drawing salve. I began using it long ago on skin infections and have seen it work wonders. It prevents infections when used promptly, even in deep cuts and I have seen it cure infections that had become established and were not responding to antibiotics.
Ichthammol is ammonium bituminosulfonate, a sulfur compound that has anti-inflammatory, bactericidal and fungicidal properties. It treats and promotes healing in skin infections and skin diseases such as psoriasis, rosacea, and acne.
A small 1-ounce tube of 20% Ichthammol for human use is currently $10.98, but I purchase the large 14 ounce tub for use with horses and pets for $14.99, a big savings.
Erythromycin
Many preppers choose to include erythromycin in their stockpile. I considered it and decided against it for several reasons. Amoxicillin and Cephalexin treat most of the same diseases that erythromycin is used for and erythromycin has a short shelf life. It degrades into a potentially poisonous substance that can be dangerous. Most antibiotics have long shelf-lifes that extend far beyond the expiration date. It is available in a powder form for fish use, but I was not happy with the information available on the formulation. Many preppers do use it, so do your own research if you decide this is an important antibiotic for your family stockpile.
Purchasing Pet Medicines
You want to be very careful when purchasing pet medicines. I researched the makers of antibiotic products thoroughly and chose to go with products from Thomas Labs because their products are USP certified quality antibiotics which helps me feel confident about the safety of the product. Their products also come in convenient tablet or capsule doses so there is no guesswork on doses and no need to make my own capsules.
One bottle each of the 4 antibiotics I chose cost me a total of $140, including sales taxes, a reasonable expense for the protection they provide. I recommend a minimum of 1 bottle of each, per person in your household, and extras are always a good idea.
This is not a long-term solution. You should also have a variety of natural remedies at home. I have a backyard garden that has all the medicinal plants I need. These pills are just in case I need a stronger dose. I haven’t had to use this stockpile yet as I managed to treat my ailments with plant-based tinctures and infusions.
www.askaprepper.com/how-i-got-a-260-pill-shtf-antibiotic-stockpile/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=AAP
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Vet Doctor Shows You How To Use Veterinary Drugs Post-SHTF
By Edele GreyJune 23, 2017 09:25
In light of recent events with the increasingly turbulent world politics, more and more people are concerned about a large-scale catastrophe or cataclysmic natural disaster. Should such an event occur, it’s essential to be prepared and suitably equipped for all eventualities to be able to provide for our families and their health. Most pain medications, basic first aid and general self-care supplies can be purchased over the counter from drug stores. Stockpiling food, water, and household supplies is relatively easy, however procuring prescription medications including antibiotics is not such a cut-and-dried situation.
Antibiotic compounds treat specific bacterial infections regardless of the species infected, i.e. be it human, canine, bovine or otherwise. The reason doctors and veterinarians use different antibiotics in different species are because some of these medications cause adverse side effects or even toxicity in some species due to interference with various organs as well as the bacteria causing the primary illness. Equally, some antibiotics work well in a range of species though the dose may be different; one such example is doxycycline.
Throughout the developing world, human patients are often treated with veterinary medications for a variety of reasons including expense and availability of human pharmaceuticals. It is illegal practice for anyone, veterinarian or otherwise to dispense any animal medication for human consumption. One of the primary reasons for this law is the potential for abuse of pain medications and anesthetics, particularly narcotics is simply too great to permit such practice. People actually using veterinary medications however, is not uncommon, particularly among those who work with animals.
Many companion animal medications are generic equivalents of human drugs; however, your veterinarian is not legally permitted to dispense these for your consumption, not even for an emergency situation. Another reason for these regulations is manufacturing hygiene. The United States Food and Drug Administration doesn’t require the same stringent guidelines regarding production hygiene for livestock antibiotics or feed additive medications as for human medicines. Impurities that could pose a health concern for humans but not for their intended animal consumers may be present in these compounds.
How To Use Veterinary Drugs
#1. Research is essential if you are considering sourcing an emergency supply of antibiotics, which is why are reading this article. You want to ensure you and your family’s safety and make informed decisions about healthcare in a post-apocalyptic scenario.
#2. You should ensure that the active ingredient is the actual antibiotic despite the brand name.
#3. Dosage is another important consideration, you should compile a dosage chart for the medications you have stocked, not just antibiotics but also any other prescription medications and keep this with the medication for easy access in an emergency situation. Pay close attention to the concentration of active ingredient and look for a product with minimal fillers.
#4. Be cautious when sourcing medication, for example, the quality of products sold by some internet pharmacy companies may be sub-par or even counterfeit. Look for the USP Verified Pharmaceutical Ingredient Marks on medications. These are special coding used to identify medication, e.g. USP Pharmaceutical Grade Tetracycline on a tablet means that the concentration of the active antibiotic (tetracycline) is verified by the FDA.
#5. Self-medication with prescription antibiotics without any physician’s input in our current civilization is ill-advised as you increase the risk of selecting for multidrug-resistant strains of bacteria. You should follow your doctor’s directions for taking medications, to minimize the development of resistance in bacteria thus reducing the efficacy of our medications in the event of a disaster. The information in this article should only be used in the event of a crisis when prescriptions are not available.
Classes of Antibiotics
Another concern about self-medication is the diagnosis and subsequent treatment. You may not have the correct diagnosis; thus, you may not select the correct antibiotic or dosage. Using the incorrect medication or dose could put yours or another person’s health or life at risk.
Penicillins
There are a number of penicillin variants including amoxicillin, methicillin and flucloxacillin; also, combinations such as amoxicillin/clavulanate and ampicillin/sulbactam are also available. Penicillin was introduced in the 1940s and is used to treat a wide range of common ear/nose/throat, skin and respiratory infections including strep throat, Salmonella infections and pneumonia. Some people are deathly allergic to penicillin based antibiotics and can have anaphylactic reactions so use with caution.
Fluoroquinolones
Do not use these antibiotics as a first choice for any infection! Use with caution in children!
Ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin and ofloxacin are some of the antibiotics in this class and are used to treat urinary tract infections, pneumonia and gonorrhea. A number of these drugs have been withdrawn from the market due to toxicities and microbial resistance is on the increase. Side effects are uncommon but can be severe including seizures, weakness, nausea and tendon damage even with short term use.
Cephalosporins
Do not use these antibiotics as a first choice for any infection!
There are five generations of this class of antibiotic available, earlier generations have good action against streptococcal and staphylococcal infections while the newest generation treats multidrug resistant bacteria including pseudomonal infections. Adverse responses include allergic reactions, gastrointestinal upset including nausea and diarrhea. These antibiotics can be used to treat gonorrhea, severe skin or middle ear infections and genito-urinary tract infections.
Macrolides
These antibiotics are good alternatives for people allergic to penicillins and cephalosporins.
Antibiotics in this class include azithromycin, clarithromycin, erythromycin and spiramycin. These are useful to treat respiratory infections such as whooping cough, Lyme disease, mouth infections and syphilis. Side effects include gastrointestinal upsets, liver problems and sight problems.
Aminoglycosides
This group includes amikacin, gentamicin, neomycin and streptomycin. These antibiotics are useful in treating infections caused by Escherichia coli, Klebsiella andPseudomonas aeruginosa and tularemia. These antibiotics are effective to treat severe bone and soft tissue infections. These are not effective when taken by mouth, but injectable and topical forms of these drugs are useful, including treating gonorrhea and tuberculosis. Side effects including hearing and kidney damage.
Sulfonamides
Possibly the best known member of this class is silver sulfadiazine which is topically used for burns and skin irritations. Others members include trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole and sulfadimethoxine and are used to treat urinary tract and eye infections. Side effects include kidney problems, nausea and sunlight sensitivity, symptoms of allergies to these include skin rashes.
Some helpful links are listed below:
The American Academy of Family Physicians‘ website is a good resource for educating yourself on health matters including quality cost-effective health care. This website includes information on interactions between medications, side effects and appropriate dosing.
You can also access a clinical guide with information about commonly available antibiotics and dosing information for both adults and children.
The best advice I can give you for preparing for a SHTF situation is to be scrupulous with your research and selecting your sources for antibiotics. Choose only reputable or peer reviewed sources for your information and be careful when selecting veterinary medications for your cupboard and always keep medications well away from children. Regularly check your medication inventory and if anything is past its expiration date discard in a safe manner and replace with a new version.
www.askaprepper.com/use-veterinary-drugs-humans-post-shtfthis-can-use-veterinary-drugs-post-shtf/
