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Can i take penicillin for parotiditis?
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Yes: That could be used, assuring it is up to date, not expired, and rx'd by a dr. or health care provider.
Answered 3/3/2021
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Discuss with doctor.: Some organisms respond to amoxicillin, others don't. Still there are causes that are viral that don't require antibiotics. May attempt to stimulate salivary flow with warm compresses; consider lemon drops or orange juice.
Answered 6/27/2014
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