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Doubts regarding antibiotic

2022-03-11 14:31:30
Hi., I'm having fever since a week my doctor suggested me azithromycin 500 mg for 5 days before food. My question is ., is it good to take antibiotic before food?
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Kindly discuss for your concern

Answered2022-03-11 17:53:13

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Ya it's fine

Answered2022-03-11 15:00:50

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

Answered2022-03-11 14:49:21

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Azithromycin can be taken with or without food .

Answered2022-03-11 14:33:47

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Yes you can take

Answered2022-03-11 17:03:35

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I understood your concern  and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.

Answered2022-03-11 15:52:44

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Its better to take after food

Answered2022-03-11 14:43:41

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Hi., I can understand your concern Not all antibiotics have to be taken after food. You can take Azithromycin either before or after food, make sure you're taking it at the same time of the day.

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