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A member asked:
I have a cough that produces phlem/mucus...possible respiratory infection. dr prescribed me kflex 500mg. taken 3 so far in 24 hrs. will it clear me up?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
It should...: Keep taking the antibiotic until it finishes. It should clear up. If it doesn't, then go back to your doctor. But, give it more time. Hope you feel better.
Answered 9/20/2013
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Depends: You should probably not be taking antibiotics unless proven to have a treatable bacterial infection. In a non-smoker what you describe is likely to be viral unless shown to have infiltrates on chest x-ray (pneumonia). You will probably get better in 7 days with Keflex and in one week without it.
Answered 6/26/2014
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