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Will macrobid work on strep throat?

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No: It will not work.If you have a sore throat , have the diagnosis confirmed with a quick test and properly treated. Many sore throats are viral and need no antibiotics.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/25/2018

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