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I have a tooth infection &have a 7 day supply of erythromycin. it expired 2 months ago however, is this ok to take? thanks
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Probably: I would caution against taking expired medication, especially when dealing with infection. You do not wan to create bacterial resistance. Go see your dentist asap for a current prescription. People have died form tooth infections. Don't risk it.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Call your doctor: Simply call your prescribing provider and ask for an updated refill for your prescription.
Answered 12/1/2012
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Yes,but: Erythromycin is not a good antibiotic for dental infections. When an antibiotic expires, it has lost some potency. You really need to see your dentist about this infection.
Answered 6/25/2014
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