Bacterial Respiratory Infection

For the past 6 or 7 weeks that infection, confirmed as bacterial through a lab culture, had had me on my back foot. Audible "rattle" in my chest/throat when breathing, easily winded by any simple/light physical exertion, constant productive cough.
The clinic had me on 500mg amoxicillin (antibiotic) and 200mg stacytine (expectorant) twice daily, for 10 days. Slight improvement, but a couple of days after completing the regimen, the symptoms quickly returned (with a vengeance!). I returned to the clinic after about a week, and the doctor was very concerned. Blood oxygen level was dangerously low.

Four days ago I finished the new prescription, and happy to report a big improvement, though not yet fully recovered. The new prescription was...
"Augmentin 1g twice daily, Stacytine 200mg twice daily, Tavanic 500mg twice daily".
I fed the prescription into Google's AI, and this was the response...

This medication list represents a highly intensive dual-antibiotic and mucolytic regimen typically prescribed for severe respiratory tract infections like advanced pneumonia or serious exacerbations of chronic lung disease. Combining Augmentin, Tavanic 500mg, and Stacytine 200mg twice daily requires strict adherence to safety guidelines to maximize effectiveness and reduce cumulative side effects. (emphasis, Google)

I believe I contracted the infection back in July while I was visiting Saigon. Being a stubborn arse, I put it off for a couple of weeks, allowing the infection to reach full bloom. Big mistake.

I had a similar issue almost exactly 1 year ago, but cleared it up by self-prescribing antibiotics. Because of the timing of both infections, I'm wondering whether monsoon season might play into the picture.

Have any other members experienced a similar respiratory issue? What was your recovery time?



This post is not intended to be, and should not be taken as, medical advice. If you are experiencing issues, consult a health care professional. Pronto! - @Aidan in HCMC

Unfortunately, Vietnamese physicians seem to be quite reluctant to prescribe rescue inhalers (bronchodilators such as Albuterol) because too many idiots have figured out ways to abuse them.

If you had been given a bronchodilator inhaler at the start of the treatment, It's a very good chance that your condition wouldn't have worsened.

I've been dealing with reactive airway syndrome (a form of asthma) since the early 80's, and I've learned to ALWAYS have an inhaler on hand, whenever any signs of bronchitis become apparent.

Unfortunately, Vietnamese physicians seem to be quite reluctant to prescribe rescue inhalers (bronchodilators such as Albuterol) because too many idiots have figured out ways to abuse them.If you had been given a bronchodilator inhaler at the start of the treatment, It's a very good chance that your condition wouldn't have worsened. I've been dealing with reactive airway syndrome (a form of asthma) since the early 80's, and I've learned to ALWAYS have an inhaler on hand, whenever any signs of bronchitis become apparent. - @OceanBeach92107

Thanks OB. Good info if this damn thing ever comes back.

I forgot to mention that upon my first visit to the clinic, the doctor did have me sit with a mask connected to a machine which was atomising (?) a medication I think was called Fluoroquinolone. I only remember it starting with the letters "fluor...", so I might be wrong on that. It helped, but only for about 2 or 3 hours. Is that a bronchodilator? It gave me heart palpitations, and when I off-handedly mentioned it, the doc pulled the mask from my face.

I'm on the mend, but still not 100%.

Do you think the bacteria is related to monsoon season?

I tried searching the forum for reports from other members, but no luck.

@Aidan in HCMC

The Australian government has been pushing a vaccine for RSV. Very serious for older people.  Please keep a close eye on things.

@MarkinNam

https://www.drugs.com/rsv-vaccine.html

@Aidan in HCMC The Australian government has been pushing a vaccine for RSV. Very serious for older people. Please keep a close eye on things. - @MarkinNam

Wouldn't have been of any help to me, but thank you for posting the info.

Due to having my trust in "The Science™" shaken to the core, I'll not be submitting to any "vaccines" (new definition)  in the foreseeable future.