“What is the best antibiotic for an ear infection?”

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“What is the best antibiotic for an ear infection?”

I have a 6 year old with an ear infection. What is the best antibiotic for an ear infection?

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**Lalita Malhotra** Family Practitioner Prince Albert, Saskatchewan · Accepted Answer

Lalita Malhotra Family Practitioner Prince Albert, Saskatchewan

Biaxin

**Dr. Michael Morris** Ear, Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT) Rockville, MD · Accepted Answer

Dr. Michael Morris Ear, Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT) Rockville, MD

Avoid Amoxicillin and Azithromycin two over prescribed antibiotics, consider a sulfa drug