Discussions
Discussions
Taking multiple antibiotics
Hello! Taking multiple antibiotics as a BNTM/NTM patient can feel like a full-time job. Between medication schedules, side effects, appointments, labs and everyday life, it’s not easy.
A few things that can help:
✔️ Use a pill organizer or medication tracking app
✔️ Keep a symptom journal to monitor side effects and progress
✔️ Stay in close communication with your healthcare team
✔️ Ask questions when something doesn’t feel right- do not wait until the next healthcare provider appointment
✔️ Celebrate small wins—every dose and every day matters
Treatment can feel like a marathon, not a sprint. Be patient with yourself, lean on your support system, and remember that consistency is an important part of the journey.
What strategies have helped you stay on track while taking multiple antibiotics ?
It is not our intention to serve as a substitute for medical advice and any content posted should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. We make every effort to support our members, our medical professionals cannot and will not provide a diagnosis or suggest a specific medication; those decisions should be left to your personal medical team. While we encourage individuals to share their personal experiences with COPD, please consult a physician before making changes to your own COPD management plan.
Community posts are monitored by the 360social Community Manager, as well as staff respiratory therapists, educators, and other medical professionals.