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Is Flu Shot Advisable When On Antibiotics?
I had an infected ingrown hair that burst open on Saturday. I went to urgent care where a doctor flushed it out and prescribed Cephalexin 500 and SMZ/TMP DS 800-160. I am scheduled to receive a free flu shot at my work tomorrow. Is this advisable while on an antibiotic? Thank you for your help.
Thu, 22 May 2014
Hello,
Yes, you can take your flu shot without worries.
Your complaints do not contraindicate flu vaccination.
Is this the first time, you are taking flu shot? When taking for the first time it is advisable to know about vaccine its uses, dosage and side effects before hand.
Finish your course of antibiotics.
Wish you good health
Dr. Narasimha G L
Yes, you can take your flu shot without worries.
Your complaints do not contraindicate flu vaccination.
Is this the first time, you are taking flu shot? When taking for the first time it is advisable to know about vaccine its uses, dosage and side effects before hand.
Finish your course of antibiotics.
Wish you good health
Dr. Narasimha G L
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