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A member asked:

Is it okay if i take antibiotics and ventolin expectorant to take out the phlegm at the same time?

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Dr. Axel Martinez-Irizarry answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes.: They are commonly prescribed together for upper respiratory infections. They work in different ways to help improve your symptoms and resolve the infection.

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/31/2015

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: the combo of antibiotics and ventolin is often prescribed and there is not contraindication to this. Best wishes.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/25/2014

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