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How long it will take to reduce fever and sore throat in 1 yr old.he is on azithromycin. by the advice of doctor?

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1-2 days: If he/she has a bacterial infection - not a viral illness.

Dr Hines and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/30/2013

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Probably 2 days: If the fever and sore throat are due to a bacterial illness susceptible to azithromycin, probably 2 days but please administer the full dose of antibiotic.

Answered 11/15/2013

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