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How long does flucloxacillin take to clear boils? 1 or 2 weeks? been given 4 tablets of 500mg to take daily. not sure for how long to take them

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Well : Ask your doctor but anabiotic's for boils are usually given 7 to 10 days. But you really need specific advice from a physician for your case

Answered 9/20/2016

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