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I have been taking cefdinir since tuesday evening, so about 4 days. my throat is still sore and very red. should i try something else?

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Dr. Christopher Conti answered

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ANTIBIOTIC: Complete entire antibiotic course and follow up with your PCP if not improving.

Answered 2/21/2016

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A member asked:

I have been taking cefdinir since tuesday evening, so about 4 days. my throat is still sore and very red. should i try something else?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christopher Conti answered

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