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I have middle ear infection with slight discharge but no pain. i', given by ent doc ofloxacin opth drops + cefpodoxime 200 tbs .can i go ahead, start?
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Yes : Assuming you r not allergic to any of the medications in question . I. Would advise that if you had reservations you should have discussed them openly with your doctor . Good luck. Jp.
Answered 7/30/2013
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Why did you wait: If there was no reason to wait, it is safe to use Ofloxacin eye drops for the ear. If you are getting worse with a fever or other worsening symptoms, see your ENT before starting as a culture before starting antibiotics may help.
Answered 6/30/2014
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