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What otc med can i use for my 13yr old grandson who was diagnosed with swimmers ear? the med he was prescribed (ciprofloxacin) isn't covered by ins.
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Call the doc: You will need prescription med for the best results. Cortisporin (neomycin polymyxin and hydrocortisone) otic is an older med covered by most insurers.If you let your doc or his office crew know they can arrange the substitute.
Answered 8/5/2016
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