- Male
- 30 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm really curious about the medications my doctor prescribed for my tiny duodenal polyp. I've been given Nordys 400, Rifaximin, and Menoctyl Tabotilonium Bromide. Can you explain more about how these work and what I should expect during the treatment?
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Yes you can take it
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Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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