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Can Moxifloxacin Eye Drops Can Be Used For Ear Pain?
Question: Hi Dr
Can moxifloxacin eye drops can be used for ear pain
Can moxifloxacin eye drops can be used for ear pain
Brief Answer:
Yes
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic eye drops, used for any infection of eyes. This drop can also be used for any infection of the ear. However, it is always better to consult your doctor, as there may be other reasons also for pain in the ear.
For the time being apart from the drops, you may also use some OTC analgesics like acetaminophen or ibuprofen etc. orally for relief of pain.
If the pain does not subside or becomes more, then you must consult your doctor for further management.
Hope this helps. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Yes
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic eye drops, used for any infection of eyes. This drop can also be used for any infection of the ear. However, it is always better to consult your doctor, as there may be other reasons also for pain in the ear.
For the time being apart from the drops, you may also use some OTC analgesics like acetaminophen or ibuprofen etc. orally for relief of pain.
If the pain does not subside or becomes more, then you must consult your doctor for further management.
Hope this helps. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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