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The 17th of Tammuz — Antibiotics in Large Quantities

Question

I am taking antibiotic pills for the Helicobacter pylori bacteria for two weeks, ten pills every day. I finish on Sunday. Do I need to fast?

Answer

Hello and blessings. 

Do not fast. 

Antibiotics in such a quantity are very weakening. 

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