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I have abscessed tooth that spread to upper jaw. i'm on cleocin (clindamycin phosphate) since 9/5/15 how long before i find relief?
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Soon: If you dont being feeling some relief soon contact your dentist. Antibiotics usually takes 48 hours to work enough to see a significant difference. If you started the 5th, you should begin feeling better soon.
Answered 9/14/2015
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