A member asked:

I have strep throats and was given amoxicillin i'm in extreme pain and it's been 24 hours since i went to the doctor what should i do ?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Benzocaine: It takes a few days for pain of strep throat to improve with antibiotics. In the meantime, you can try an over the counter soothing throat lozenge or syrup; look for active ingrediant benzocaine, e.g. CepacolĀ®. Or contact your doctor's office; perhaps she would recommend something stronger by prescription. Good luck!

Answered 5/3/2017

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See below: Try to contact your doctor. If you are not able to see her/him go to the emergency room of a nearby hospital. You should not be in pain 24 hours after start of treatment.

Answered 5/2/2017

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