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It's it okay to take over-the-counter medicine while taking azithromycin?

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Dr. John Leander Po answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Generally, yes: Over the counter medications for supportive management is usually ok to take with azithromycin.

Dr Wright agreed

Answered 12/31/2020

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