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My doctor prescribed azithromycin to treat my balanitis . because of side effect (increased heart rate) , the drug is now replaced by clarithromycin. how long should i wait to start taking clarithromycin after stop taking azithromycin?
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Right after your heart rate is normal. Also pl ask for instructions from your MD and have all your questions answered wjhen you see an MD this avoids apprehension and guess work.
Answered 9/1/2021
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