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What happens if i have antibiotics and milk?
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Sometimes: Check with your pharmacist. Certain antibiotics (like tetracycline or doxycycline) should not be taken with milk. Other antibiotics (like levofloxacin) should be taken on an empty stomach - milk or no milk.
Answered 9/7/2013
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