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A member asked:

Hi, may you kindly advise which medication is safe to treat tonsillitis in pregnancy (21 weeks). thanks?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Amoxicillin/Strep: If you are not allergic to penicillin, and have symptoms/testing consistent with Strep, Amoxicillin is indicated. Update your vaccinations, including the Flu vaccine and follow the advice of your specialist. Wish you good health.

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Answered 4/24/2023

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