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Can mouthwash such as listerine be helpful against sore throat if used for gargling?
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Sore Throat: Sore Throat best treated by proper antibiotic. Contact GP or DDS for examination and RX.
Answered 3/27/2016
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Mouthwash can help: Listerine or any other brand of antiseptic mouthwash can be used to help kill bacteria and accelerates healing.
Answered 11/27/2017
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