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Does erythromycin op treat pink eye?
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Yes, but: A pink eye in adults is usually viral. Erythromycin is an antibiotic that is sometimes prescribed to prevent secondary infection. The viral pink eye has to run its 7-14 day course.
Answered 6/25/2014
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