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Suggest Treatment For Sore Throat Despite Taking Zyrtec
I have had a sore throat for 1 week. I thought it was drainage so I started taking zyrtec (generic) 4 days ago. Still have sore throat....should I take it longer or try something else like benadryl? I can only take this a night because it makes me really sleepy!
Tue, 14 Nov 2017
Mild sore throat usually responds to warm saline gargles,acetaminophen,avoidance of cold drinks.If sore throat is persisting then take amoxycillin 500 twice a day for 7 days.If drainage is there then you can take benadryl.
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