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I had strep and took 500mg of amox. 2x a day 5 days. i feel ok but throat still hurts on one side & my hubby saw a white spot down low in throat. ???

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Dr. James Rochester answered

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Not full dose: Usually treatment of strep throat at that dose is 500mg twice a day for 10 days. I would continue treatment for full 10 days. If still having symptoms then, please see your doctor.

Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

I had strep and took 500mg of amox. 2x a day 5 days. i feel ok but throat still hurts on one side & my hubby saw a white spot down low in throat. ???

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Rochester answered

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