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Is keflex used to help an ear infection?

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Dr. Patrick Melder answered

Yes: Yes Keflex can be used for ear infections.

Answered 6/26/2014

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Dr. Michael Nordstrom answered

Yes: Yes it is a reasonable antibiotic.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 4/27/2013

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For my ear infection, I have prescription for keflex 500 mg and was asked to take Mucinex (guaifenesin) d as well. Is it safe to continue my Adderall prescription with these new meds?

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I have had an ear infection for 9 weeks and have taken a z pack, keflex 3 times, a nasal spray, a steroid pack. What else is there to do for my ears?

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Was already taking Cipro (ciprofloxacin) long term for pseudomonas. Got sick (sore throat and ear infection). Today PCP prescribed Keflex. Should be ok?

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Whats the best med 2 take for a poss sinus infection whnevr i cough feels like my head is gonna explode have a lot of pressure? Started keflex today

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