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I have a bottle of macrobid dispensed april 27, 2012 with no expiration on it. i sense a uti burning symptoms. should i take it and for how long?

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Dr. Timothy Brown answered

No: Medication more than a year old should probably not be used as a general principal. More importantly, it is not a good idea to self treat. You need at least a culture and probably a quick exam.

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Answered 5/2/2018

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A member asked:

I have a bottle of macrobid dispensed april 27, 2012 with no expiration on it. i sense a uti burning symptoms. should i take it and for how long?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Timothy Brown answered

Dr Brasovan and another doctor agreed

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