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Can't swallow pills

2017-02-23 00:56:36
Is it safe to put azithromycin 500mg up your rectum? I'm asking, because I cannot swallow pills. It's been like this since I was younger. Please help
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No you cannot . Please take medicines as advised . If it has to be taken orally , please take as advised

Answered2017-02-23 08:07:03

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