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Does Oral Amoxil Cause Ototoxicity?
Question: Hi,
I am concerned that I may have ototoxicity from taking oral amoxil. I am currently going through a process of having a dental implant. I just completed a week of amoxil 500mg tid and my last day of being on these antibiotics I felt a fullness and fluffy feeling to both my ears.It reminded me of when I took the same antibiotic back in august when the tooth was actually removed and I felt the same feeling after completing the antibiotics.Looking back I have noticed a decline in my hearing by approx 10-15 percent from august to now.Today I had a doctor look in both ears and they were perfectly clear. I plan to get an official hearing test this next week.I have always had really good hearing, but there is a family history of deafness on both mother and fathers side.My mother had hearing aids in both her ears in her 20's. I am 53 yrs old no medical problems and I do not take any medications. I would appreciate your opinion.
Thanks XXXXXXX
I am concerned that I may have ototoxicity from taking oral amoxil. I am currently going through a process of having a dental implant. I just completed a week of amoxil 500mg tid and my last day of being on these antibiotics I felt a fullness and fluffy feeling to both my ears.It reminded me of when I took the same antibiotic back in august when the tooth was actually removed and I felt the same feeling after completing the antibiotics.Looking back I have noticed a decline in my hearing by approx 10-15 percent from august to now.Today I had a doctor look in both ears and they were perfectly clear. I plan to get an official hearing test this next week.I have always had really good hearing, but there is a family history of deafness on both mother and fathers side.My mother had hearing aids in both her ears in her 20's. I am 53 yrs old no medical problems and I do not take any medications. I would appreciate your opinion.
Thanks XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
no ototoxicity-amoxicillin, requires otoscopy,audiometry
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. I would like to ask you few more details.
As per your details, your deafness could be due to
1.Tooth extraction can cause tempro mandibular joint derangement, where it leads to Eustachian tube dysfunction causing deafness- this is rare entity.
2. Aged onset deafness- Sensorineural deafness occurs due to cell loss, seen in senility.
As such Cap.Amoxicillin is a safe drug, will not cause any harm to vestibule (balance) or cochlea (hearing). It can be used liberally in otic infections.
I suggest you to consult an ENT surgeon and get detailed ENT examination, otoscopy, audiometry ( Eustachian tube block, type (conductive or sensorineural) and degree (mild or severe) of deafness). Treatment can be started according to the investigations.
Hope this answers your question, if you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Wishing you good health.
no ototoxicity-amoxicillin, requires otoscopy,audiometry
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. I would like to ask you few more details.
As per your details, your deafness could be due to
1.Tooth extraction can cause tempro mandibular joint derangement, where it leads to Eustachian tube dysfunction causing deafness- this is rare entity.
2. Aged onset deafness- Sensorineural deafness occurs due to cell loss, seen in senility.
As such Cap.Amoxicillin is a safe drug, will not cause any harm to vestibule (balance) or cochlea (hearing). It can be used liberally in otic infections.
I suggest you to consult an ENT surgeon and get detailed ENT examination, otoscopy, audiometry ( Eustachian tube block, type (conductive or sensorineural) and degree (mild or severe) of deafness). Treatment can be started according to the investigations.
Hope this answers your question, if you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Wishing you good health.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Thanks very much for your reply. I will follow your advice.
Would you consider that I now have an allergy or sensitivity to this drug, is it still safe for me to take in the future.
Thanks XXXXXXX
Would you consider that I now have an allergy or sensitivity to this drug, is it still safe for me to take in the future.
Thanks XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
Evaluate with otoscopy, audiometry
Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
Thanks for considering my answer and for your follow up.
I am still supporting that, cap. amoxicillin will not cause any ototoxicity (you can use in future). Kindly evaluate with an ENT surgeon for the exact diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Hope, I have answered your query.
Take care.
Evaluate with otoscopy, audiometry
Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
Thanks for considering my answer and for your follow up.
I am still supporting that, cap. amoxicillin will not cause any ototoxicity (you can use in future). Kindly evaluate with an ENT surgeon for the exact diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Hope, I have answered your query.
Take care.
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
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