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Hi doctor, i've been on purbac for 2 weeks now & 2 days ago i developed a rash on my right cheek. is this normal? please help!
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Possible: First of all 2 weeks is long time to be on antibiotic. Why was it prescribed for you and why for such a long period of time? Rash might be from the medication. It is a sulfa drug and about 10-15% of folks have a sensitivity to sulfa drugs. Please see your doctor to eval rash and discuss. Dr R
Answered 9/23/2016
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