Right medication to take for ear infecti

Question

Asked for Female, 18 Years

I’ve been diagnosed with an ear infection and prescribed amoxicillin, does amoxicillin work well with ears? I’ve tooken it before for a skin infection and I’m scared that it won’t work.

Answers (1)

Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice

Articles you may like

Endoscopic Ear Surgeries

Dr.Kamal Goyal

As most open abdominal surgeries are replaced by minimally invasive laparoscopic surgeries, similarly commonly done ear ... Read more

0

8 Common Causes of Itchy Ears

Dr.Rajesh Kr. Bhardwaj

Itchy ears are a common problem that can bother you but are not usually harmful. Your ears are full of sensitive neurolo ... Read more

2

Why Do We Need to Take Psychiatric Medications Under Psychiatrist’s Supervision?

Mr.Riju Raj Roy

In the present environment, it is often seen that the patients or the clients do not adhere much to the medication presc ... Read more

1

Myths and Facts About Ear Wax

Dr.Kumar M

All ear blocks are not due to wax Wax is nothing but secretion of modified sweat glands mixed with desquamated epitheli ... Read more

3

12 tips to take care of your ears during winters

Dr.Prabha Acharya

It’s that time of year again! Time to pull out the winter coats, boots, and gloves and face the cold winter weather.But ... Read more

0

Solution for Over Protruding Ears- Otoplasty

Dr.Sahebgowda Shetty

Prominent, protruding ears often look unnatural and can significantly impact one’s self-esteem. Many adults actually avo ... Read more

0

Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

Dr. Md. Naseeruddin ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 9 yrs exp Hyderabad · Accepted Answer

Dr. Md. Naseeruddin

ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 9 yrs exp Hyderabad

Hello, There are various types of organisms which can infect the ear. Ear infection can be of external or middle ear rarely inner ear also. Depending upon the ear discharge and site of infection antibiotics are prescribed. I suggest you never to use any antibiotic without consulting a ENT Specialist.

Next Steps

ENT consultation

Answered

Let others know if this answer was helpful

Was this answer helpful?

YES NO

Download FREE Practo app

Answers (1)

Articles you may like

Endoscopic Ear Surgeries

8 Common Causes of Itchy Ears

Why Do We Need to Take Psychiatric Medications Under Psychiatrist’s Supervision?

Myths and Facts About Ear Wax

12 tips to take care of your ears during winters

Solution for Over Protruding Ears- Otoplasty

Internet is not a doctor

Articles you may like

Endoscopic Ear Surgeries

8 Common Causes of Itchy Ears

Why Do We Need to Take Psychiatric Medications Under Psychiatrist’s Supervision?

Myths and Facts About Ear Wax

12 tips to take care of your ears during winters

Solution for Over Protruding Ears- Otoplasty

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Down with fever or flu?

Stomach out of order?

Tired of clinic wait times?

Related Questions

Blockage of one ear while sleeping

Ear problem

Constant ear infection

Voice from left ear

Ear infection not getting better

Pain in ear and around ear

Ear infection

Ear block due to cold

Remeth cl ear drop

Klebsiella bacterial ear infection

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Down with fever or flu?

Stomach out of order?

Tired of clinic wait times?