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Why has otc 'azo' alwys 'cure' my bad uti's, but this time i have taken it 4 days, drnkng lots of water, & it has only gotten worse. in so much pain!

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Azo: Generally over-the-counter Azo treats symptoms of bladder irritation or pain bladder pain or urethral pain . Does not treat urinary track infection. Mild urinary track infections can go away without anabiotic's. If symptoms continue see Dr. for face-to-face exam primary care

Answered 6/22/2018

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