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Is it possible to have a cold while taking antibiotics to treat strep throat?

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Yes: Strep throat is caused by a bacteria that the antibiotics can kill. Colds are caused by a variety of viruses, often rhinovirus & others, which are neither prevented or effected by antibiotic use.

Answered 12/11/2017

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