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Is it possible to get antibiotics over the counter?

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Not in the US: You can buy antibiotics otc in mexico, I am not sure about canada though. The only type of antibiotics available in the us otc are ointments and other topical agents, such as neosporin.

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Answered 11/24/2015

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