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I have an ear infection. doctor gave me amoxicilan 500mg 3 a day for 10 days, 7 days in and nothing. what does this mean? help.

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Viral? Resistance?: Many ear infections are viral and will not respond to any antibiotic; they are often tried, but don't necessarily work. Or it's caused by a bacteria resistant to amoxicillin. Check back with your doctor.

Answered 7/12/2017

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A member asked:

I have an ear infection. doctor gave me amoxicilan 500mg 3 a day for 10 days, 7 days in and nothing. what does this mean? help.

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