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I was prescribed macrobid 100mg bid for 5 days. symptoms have improved, but isn't the normal course 7 days? i don't want my infection to return.
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5 days is OK: Your doctor knows what she is doing. Urinary tract infections usually only need 5 days treatment.
Answered 3/22/2020
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