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I take k.b whiting pills..in the morning do u think its ok to take an antibiotic for my boils..?

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Glutathione: This product which claims to improve skin and promote resistance to infection is not likely to interfere with antibiotics being taken for boils, but no guarantees.

Answered 9/17/2012

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