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My doctor prescribed me augmentin. i started getting severe itchiness and stop taking the medicine. how long does it last in your system?

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Depends: Depending on whether this is immune mediated allergy (and the type of allergic response); the itching can last anywhere from a few hours to several days. Medication (again, depending on the reaction) can help.

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Answered 6/6/2018

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A member asked:

My doctor prescribed me augmentin. i started getting severe itchiness and stop taking the medicine. how long does it last in your system?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Corey Clay answered

Dr Seibert and 3 doctors agreed

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