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How Long Does Biaxin Take To Work For Jaw Pain To Get Relieved?

Had really painful gland jaw pain on left side. Went to doctor on Friday and prescribed Biaxin. Gland pain slightly better but throat is raw near Adam's apple & back top molar hurt to eat anything hard. Should I go back to doctor's? How long does it take for Biaxin to work?
Fri, 25 Apr 2014
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helo thanks for consulting at hcm..Biaxin is a macrolide antibiotic.it is used for bacterial infections causing swelling,,if u swelling is not relieved plz consult back ur dentist for a check up, alternate prescription, and analgesic if needed..it has 3-4 hrs of half life, in order to maximize it s action,,,hope it helps,,tc
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How Long Does Biaxin Take To Work For Jaw Pain To Get Relieved?

helo thanks for consulting at hcm..Biaxin is a macrolide antibiotic.it is used for bacterial infections causing swelling,,if u swelling is not relieved plz consult back ur dentist for a check up, alternate prescription, and analgesic if needed..it has 3-4 hrs of half life, in order to maximize it s action,,,hope it helps,,tc