What fish antibiotics are safe for humans?
Consumer reviews on fish antibiotics and proportion of reviews related to human consumption.
| Fish antibiotic | Percentage of human consumption-related reviews, nhr/ntr1(%) |
|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | 28/1314 (2.1) |
| Cephalexin | 12/445 (2.7) |
| Ciprofloxacin | 3/89 (3.4) |
| Clindamycin | 2/40 (5.0) |
•3 Sept 2020
Can humans take fish antibiotic?
The answer is yes, because those antibiotics are the exact same drugs (in a slightly different form and packaging) as those used in people. That's why people will sometimes buy antibiotics marketed for fish and give them to themselves, usually with dosing instructions from the internet.
Can I use fish antibiotics for myself?
“We strongly advise people to not substitute them for approved products that are intended for use in humans as prescribed by their health care provider.” It's not just the medications themselves that are a problem; it can be dangerous to self-diagnose.
Can humans take pet antibiotics?
Absolutely. Dogs, cats, horses, and sheep regularly take the same medicines as wounded bipedals. Many, and perhaps most, antibiotics are approved for use in humans and animals.
Is amoxicillin for fish the same as humans?
Fish are given many of the same antibiotics as humans—amoxicillin, ciprofloxacin, penicillin and more—sometimes even in the same doses. These pills, which are intended to be dissolved in fish tanks and be absorbed through fishes' skin, can also look extremely similar to the human versions.
How can I get antibiotics without seeing a doctor?
These can be found at any local drug store or grocery store pharmacy. That said, only certain types of antibiotics, such as topical antibiotics, are available over the counter. Stronger antibiotics, such as oral antibiotics, require a prescription from a doctor.
What happens if you take fish antibiotics?
Study: Human Consumption of Fish Antibiotics May Lead to Dangerous Consequences. The consumption of these antibiotics may lead to dangerous unintended consequences, such as adverse effects that include treatment failures, and antibiotic drug resistance.
Is Fish Mox really amoxicillin?
The fish antibiotic Fish Mox Forte contains amoxicillin, a type of penicillin. Penicillin comes with different risks and side effects than other classes of antibiotics, and has been known to breed bacterial resistance.