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What Causes Sweating While On Penicillin?

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Posted on Fri, 9 Dec 2016
Question: Hi I have tonsillitis and have been given penicillin to trear it. I woke up sweating this morning I was drenched bed was wet too is this normal?
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Answered by Dr. Satvinder Bakshi (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Yes it is normal

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Yes it is normal to sweat this much especially so because you are also taking paracetamol.

Sweating is a good sign and is an indication that the infection is coming down. please don't worry!!

Take care and get well soon!!
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What Causes Sweating While On Penicillin?

Brief Answer: Yes it is normal Detailed Answer: Hello Yes it is normal to sweat this much especially so because you are also taking paracetamol. Sweating is a good sign and is an indication that the infection is coming down. please don't worry!! Take care and get well soon!!