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I didn't take my antibiotics for a bladder infection as often as i should have..will they still work now?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

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Maybe not: Unfortunately, poor compliance promotes resistance and drug failure. Hopefully you had enough meds to treat the infection. You should get another urinalysis to assure resolution of the infection. Good luck.

Answered 3/20/2013

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A member asked:

I didn't take my antibiotics for a bladder infection as often as i should have..will they still work now?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Munshower answered

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