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I'm dealing with a skin infection and a bit of an allergy, and I'm wondering if Sporidex and Phexin are basically the same thing? Can I use them interchangeably for my treatment, or should I stick to one? I'm just a bit confused about how they work and if there's any difference between them.

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Dr. Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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poridex (Cephalexin) and Phexin (Cephalexin) are essentially the same antibiotic medication, being different brand names for the same active ingredien

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