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  5. Ive had a boil on my butt for two days now, and its really painful when I sit. Its small but Im worried it will get bigger. Ive started taking Augmed 625 mg at night. Should I keep using it? Is an antibiotic really necessary? Some people think its because of heat, but Im not sure.

Ive had a boil on my butt for two days now, and its really painful when I sit. Its small but Im worried it will get bigger. Ive started taking Augmed 625 mg at night. Should I keep using it? Is an antibiotic really necessary? Some people think its because of heat, but Im not sure.

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Ive had a boil on my butt for two days now, and its really painful when I sit. Its small but Im worried it will get bigger. Ive started taking Augmed 625 mg at night. Should I keep using it? Is an antibiotic really necessary? Some people think its because of heat, but Im not sure.

Yes youc take that tablet as twice daily for 5 days,if its stille persisting or becoming worse visit dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management.

Last updated on 18 Dec 2024

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