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Good idea to use clindamycin cap for sore throat?

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Dr. Alexander Gorup answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

If prescribed: Clinda is a potent antibiotic and usually effective for throat infections. Use it if prescribed for this purpose.

Answered 9/13/2013

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