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Ken Arnold sounds right.

There are some other considerations.  Choice of
pennicilian (synthetic?, etc.) which may be better for
certain afflictions than others ie. acne vs VD.  The choice
of Tetrocycline vs Amoxacillian vs. Erythromycin comes 
to mind (sorry about the spelling).  Would you know which
to choose?  Also, consideration of allergic reactions and
the specific choice of length of administration and
dosage can best be guided by the physician knowing the
patient.

Taking Erythromycin (as an example) for 
too long can cause an itching called "fungus overgrowth".  
By having the physician choose the length of administration, 
and not permitting refills, this can be avoided.

[Most of the synthetic stuff (perhaps all) should not be used at 
the same time as sunbathing, or w/any liquor.  These can
be expressed on a warning label or by your pharmacy, of course.]

P.S. I believe it's common to dispense penicill. w/o an office
visit.
-- 
Brett Fleisch
University of California Los Angeles
LOCUS Research Group
3804-f Boelter Hall
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Phone: (213) 825-2756, (213) 474-5317 

brett@LOCUS.UCLA.EDU
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