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Diabetes. pen allergy. cycle of clindamycin post oral surgery. "probably infected in spots." prescribed another clin cycle combo w/ metronidazole. ok?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

YES: These medications work quite well in combination with each other.

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Answered 6/26/2015

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Dr. Anthony Sharber answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Yes: sometimes it takes more than one round of antibiotics to clear up an infection and this combination usually works well. Good luck!

Dr Miller and 9 doctors agreed

Answered 4/23/2016

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A member asked:

Diabetes. pen allergy. cycle of clindamycin post oral surgery. "probably infected in spots." prescribed another clin cycle combo w/ metronidazole. ok?

13 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Davantzis and 4 doctors agreed

Dr. Anthony Sharber answered

Dr Miller and 9 doctors agreed

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