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I have now taken azithromycin for 5 days (a total of 6 tablets @ 250 mg each). how long after the last dose should i expect this to stay in my system?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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It has: been shown that effective levels remain for several days after your last pill ( this Z Pac is = 10 day course of Penicilin VK for treating Streptococcal infections) Hope this helps! Dr Z

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Answered 4/16/2018

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A member asked:

I have now taken azithromycin for 5 days (a total of 6 tablets @ 250 mg each). how long after the last dose should i expect this to stay in my system?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Dr Cress and 2 doctors agreed

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