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I was given a z-pack and tramadol for an ear infection and severe sore throat. the tramadol has not had any effect on minimizing pain.what can i do?

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Dr. Natalie Hodge answered

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Ibuprofen: Try a 800 mg dose of ibuprofen, this is 4 of the 200 mg pills. Take it with a little food, say yogurt. Your ear will feel better within an hour. I hope you feel better soon!

Answered 1/3/2015

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A member asked:

I was given a z-pack and tramadol for an ear infection and severe sore throat. the tramadol has not had any effect on minimizing pain.what can i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Natalie Hodge answered

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