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What antibiotics can someone allergic to penicillin get when they have strep throat?

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Alot: Quinolones like levaquin, (levofloxacin) or Clindamycin are good alternatives.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Kids can get several: The cephalosporin group are often avoided in adults with penicillin sensitivity but in keds the vast majority have few cross over reactions . Cephalexin is an example that is well tolerated. Erythromycin, Azithromycin & Clarithromycin are also considered as safe & effective.

Answered 6/24/2014

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