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Took azithromycin for my ears now light headed is that normal?

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Dr. William Culviner answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Common : That antibiotic can cause dizziness, so it could be associated with that rx. If symptoms persist or worsen, contact your doctor for possible rx change.

Answered 9/14/2013

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