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Can Azithromycin Be Taken For Sore Throat?

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Posted on Mon, 23 Jan 2017
Question: I have a very sore throat. I have a Z pack (6 tables of Azithromycin) that I keep on hand, will that work for a sore throat?
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Answered by Dr. Satvinder Bakshi (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
yes you can use

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Yes, you can use the z pack if the pain is too much or if you are having fever.

In addition you can use paracetamol 500mg 2-3 times a day for the pain.

I would also like you to gargle with warm salt water 2-3 times a day, it will help reduce the infection and soothe your throat.

Get well soon and wish you a happy new year!!



Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T
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Follow up: Dr. Satvinder Bakshi (33 minutes later)
Thank you for your help.
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Answered by Dr. Satvinder Bakshi (15 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
My pleasure

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Its my pleasure

Get well soon!

Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T
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Can Azithromycin Be Taken For Sore Throat?

Brief Answer: yes you can use Detailed Answer: Hello Yes, you can use the z pack if the pain is too much or if you are having fever. In addition you can use paracetamol 500mg 2-3 times a day for the pain. I would also like you to gargle with warm salt water 2-3 times a day, it will help reduce the infection and soothe your throat. Get well soon and wish you a happy new year!!