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On biaxin (clarithromycin) for a sinus infection how long does it take to work i have been on it for 5 days, i am not getting better, i feel like i am getting worse.
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Biaxin (clarithromycin): Is a macrolide antibiotic. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections include respiratory and sinus infections. If no side effects continue to take this medication until gone. Rec. If no improvement after 1 week see a primary care physician.
Answered 10/11/2018
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