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Taking itraconazol for histo. now have mouth sores and metallic taste. is this a problem?

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Itraconazol: Sores in the mouth could be an allergic reaction. I would contact the prescribing doctor for other treatment options.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Maybe: These symptoms will go away after med is stopped more than likely. Dealing with side effects can be endured or palliative ly dealt with by otc means for sores or a dentist can rx.

Dr Enriquez and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/6/2019

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