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Dental infection clindamycin how long do i take for?
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Until gone: Take the antibiotic as directed until gone.
Answered 11/27/2013
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Finish bottle: Your dentist prescribed the antibiotic, and the bottle has the directions. Follow those directions.
Answered 11/27/2013
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Time contingent: Take clindamycin for the prescribed length of time, even if you start to feel much better.
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