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I ve throat infection with cough. what antibiotic should i take? its been for last three days. ve used leflox 250 mg but no change. plz suggest me

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Antibiotic: See a doctor and have your throat cultured or have a rapid strep test. If this is not positive, then do not take antibiotics. Many sore throats are due to viral infections, allergy, acid reflux, sinus post nasal drip and other causes. Antibiotics are dangerous when there is no clinical reason for their use.

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Answered 10/23/2017

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A member asked:

I ve throat infection with cough. what antibiotic should i take? its been for last three days. ve used leflox 250 mg but no change. plz suggest me

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Raff answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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