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Topic: Ketek- anti biotic - comments?

katen
Junior Member
Member # 11416

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I have recently been given an RX for Ketek. Any comments? Recent updates on use for Lyme? I have not been on anti biotics yet for recently diagnosed Lyme. Thanks for any information - success? concerns? interactions?
Kate

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Maryann B
Junior Member
Member # 11066

posted

Kate,

I have been on Ketek for 2 months. Finally, after many other antibiotics, I feel it is the Ketek is making me better.

I have my liver enzymes checked every 2 weeks as recommended by my llmd. I have seen no adverse side effects, other than some nausea.

I also take Doxy. Hopefully your insurance is covering the Ketek! It's expensive, but worth it

Good luck

maryann

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Lymetoo
Moderator
Member # 743

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quote:
Originally posted by Maryann B:

I have my liver enzymes checked every 2 weeks as recommended by my llmd.

Be sure to get checked frequently!

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Opinions, not medical advice!

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Aniek
Frequent Contributor (1K+ posts)
Member # 5374

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I had very good results on Ketek. But you should be aware that Ketek has been connected to severe liver damage.

The FDA has just changed the labelling so that it is no longer approved for longer use in respiratory infections, only short-term infections. You should know, doctors don't have to follow FDA approval in uses, most Lyme treatment is treating what is called "off-label."

But your doctor should be monitoring your liver very regularly. You should also talk to your doctor about knowing the signs of liver damage so you know when to call with a concern.

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