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I think i have an inner ear infection..when i move my head i get dizzy light headed..can i dr this at home? or need antibotics..antivert (meclizine) maybe?

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Dr. Steven Hill answered

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Trial of antivert (meclizine): Try Antivert (meclizine) and if not resolving see your doctor.

Answered 6/24/2014

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A member asked:

I think i have an inner ear infection..when i move my head i get dizzy light headed..can i dr this at home? or need antibotics..antivert (meclizine) maybe?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Hill answered

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