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Had swimmers ear last month, have again. ciprodex $50. have a lot left from last time - bottle never touched ear. not expired. safe to use?
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Yes except....: I've treated a lot of people for middle ear infections that thought they had swimmers ear. If you have enough drops left for full course then you can try it but don't under treat. Keep ears dry during showers and no swimming until it clears up. If not improving in 2-3 days see your doctor to confirm diagnosis. And possible ear culture. If in doubt of diagnosis, see doc first before treatment.
Answered 8/1/2018
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