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Wondering if it's ok to take antibiotics 9 days after getting vaccine shots?
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Yes: Antibiotics have no effect on the strength or workings of vaccines.You can take antibiotics on the day they are given or days before or after, it makes no difference.
Answered 1/24/2014
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