Sore Throat Algorithm 1 Sore Throat Algorithm 2 Penicillin remains the drug of choice for Group A hemolytic streptococcus, the bacteria responsible for acute tonsillitis. A seven to 10 day prescription is recommended to prevent rheumatic heart disease and glomerulonephritis. Begin with 24 hours of 500 mg qid. 44 tablets Sig. Erythromycin is the drug of choice for penicillin allergic individuals.
Sore throat is a diagnostic challenge.
Unlike other algorithms in this series, sore throat 1 provides some diagnostic information. Sore throat 2 is a treatment algorithm. An acute sore throat is a very common problem. Most upper respiratory tract viral infections begin with a sore throat. Unfortunately many Americans bring virtually every sore throat to their physician.