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What is the most effective antibiotic for cold&cough with reasonable cost?thanx.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Antibiotics: As most coughs and colds are viral, no antibiotic is indicated since antibiotics don't affect viruses.

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Answered 10/24/2016

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