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2021-04-19 07:41:57
Hello Lifesavers, I have one question which I want to know for my knowledge. One of the Doctor gave me antibiotic for my ear infection 3 years back. Now whenever my ear get infacted, I complete the course of that antibiotic which fix the damage. My que is - If i do not complete the course, since sometime taking 3-4 tablets only (from a pack of 10 tablets) fix my ear infection. Is it recommended to finish entire course of antibiotic always and not take 3-4 tablets only even if solve the problem?
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Whenever you take antibiotics always take the full course but it is not safe to take antibiotics on your own without consulting a doctor even if you have had similar problem earlier.
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Visit the nearest ENT specialist

Answered2021-04-19 08:10:34

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