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Suffer From Pharyngitis, Fever And Diarrhea. Is Diarrhea A Side Effect Of The Medication? Need A Second Opinion
one of my nephew is sufering frm pharyngitis and fever and few episodes of loose motion. the local doctor suggested cefpodoxime + clavulinic acid . but he said that the patient may suffer from loose motion due to the side effect.and if such situation arise thre drug should be given through iv route. my nephew is 4yrs and 6 months old.
should i continue with the drug or should i consult another physician since my nephew is very reluctant to iv injections. please advice
should i continue with the drug or should i consult another physician since my nephew is very reluctant to iv injections. please advice
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Hello dear this might be side effect of drug dear just change the group of drug your nephew will be definately be feeling better ,,, no ned of i.v drug stay blessed
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