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I have pains in my chest and snizzes intermittently. i suspect i have chest infection. what can i use apart from septrin. i also have eye irritation?

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Septrin is a good: Broad spectrum antibiotics which should cover for upper respiratory and bronchial infection. U may take otc cold/ cough meds, vitamin c, lots of water. Follow up with your dr and get assessed for a possible heart condition (less likely) and conjunctivitis. Take care!

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 12/10/2013

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