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Posted on Thu, 29 Oct 2020
Question: Hi, my chld was prescribed this medication, because of the ADN Epstein Barr Virus - he tested negative, but for some reason the doctor said that we should give him Sextafag. I want to understand why and if it makes sense. https://lekarstwo.ru/2017/en/18_c/01/page78.html
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Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Sextafag is a polybacteriophage

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for trusting us with your health question

Sextafag is a polybacteriophage that ingests bacteria. Thus it helps prevent the occurrence of bacterial infections. It has a minimal immuno-stimulating effect as well.

However, the safety and efficacy of sextafag have not been well studied. So at this point, it would not be necessary to take this medication. You can discuss with his doctor about why the medication was prescribed to your son and possibly suggest discontinuing treatment with it.

Hope I was able to help you
Please address any additional questions here.

Regards
Dr.Lekshmi Rita Venugopal


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Hi, My Chld Was Prescribed This Medication, Because Of The

Brief Answer: Sextafag is a polybacteriophage Detailed Answer: Hello, Thank you for trusting us with your health question Sextafag is a polybacteriophage that ingests bacteria. Thus it helps prevent the occurrence of bacterial infections. It has a minimal immuno-stimulating effect as well. However, the safety and efficacy of sextafag have not been well studied. So at this point, it would not be necessary to take this medication. You can discuss with his doctor about why the medication was prescribed to your son and possibly suggest discontinuing treatment with it. Hope I was able to help you Please address any additional questions here. Regards Dr.Lekshmi Rita Venugopal