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Can Amoxicillin Be Taken For Ear Infection?

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Posted on Sun, 23 Aug 2015
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Question : just a question, I had a sore throat, suspected strep but ended up being a nasty virus and sinus infection, was on amoxilcillin for 7 days, got better ...I have been off of it for a little over a week..now I had this tickle in my lower throat, coughing..off and on. thought it was the end of this virus, but I was feeling like I was coughing a lot. went to the medical aid, they said both my ears looked red, but my lungs sounded clear. I just had post nasal drip, so they put me back on amoxilcillin, is that OK? will the amoxil clear my ear issue?
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Answered by Dr. Paparaja S (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Amoxicillin with clavulinic acid would be better.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to healthcare magic
I had gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
This could be upper respiratory infection with extension to ears.
If I was your treating doctor, I would recommend Amoxicillin with clavulinic acid.
I also recommend levocetrizine with phenylephrine for post nasal drip and to reduce congestion.
Analgesics like paracetamol for pain relief.
Hope I have answered your questions.
Wish you a speedy recovery.

Regards,
Dr Paparaja S MBBS MS

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Follow up: Dr. Paparaja S (21 minutes later)
I can't take augmentin. I have severe stomach issues with vomiting.
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Answered by Dr. Paparaja S (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Take with Food.

Detailed Answer:
Taking it with food may reduce side effects such as upset stomach, nausea, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps.
Take care,

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Follow up: Dr. Paparaja S (6 hours later)
I've taken it with food. I cannot take that medication. I will stay on the amoxil. will using 1 part vinegar and one part alcohol drops help also?
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Answered by Dr. Paparaja S (2 days later)
Brief Answer:
Continue amoxicillin

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the follow up.
You can continue and complete the course of amoxicillin.
vinegar and one part alcohol drops could help you.
wish you a speedy recovery.
take care.
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
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Can Amoxicillin Be Taken For Ear Infection?

Brief Answer: Amoxicillin with clavulinic acid would be better. Detailed Answer: Hi, Welcome to healthcare magic I had gone through your question. I can understand your concern. This could be upper respiratory infection with extension to ears. If I was your treating doctor, I would recommend Amoxicillin with clavulinic acid. I also recommend levocetrizine with phenylephrine for post nasal drip and to reduce congestion. Analgesics like paracetamol for pain relief. Hope I have answered your questions. Wish you a speedy recovery. Regards, Dr Paparaja S MBBS MS