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I have strep throat and i'm having trouble sleeping. ive taken penicillin that my doctor prescribed. can i take both penicillin and nyquil?

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Yes: Yes, that would be a reasonable choice.

Answered 5/6/2021

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Yes: Make sure that you are not taking acetaminophen and cold medicines as that may lead to an overdose of this medication.

Answered 4/21/2021

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I've been sick with strep throat I am now better but i can't sleep at night so i took nyquil. But then i slept all day. Now i can't sleep what can I do?

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