Have a bad ear infection and went to the doctor's and gave meds, the ear drops cost $115. I cant afford it,?
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You should ask your doctor to see if they can give you some samples. Sometimes they do that. Is the $115. generic or name brand? Look up the website of the producer of the medication, sometimes they have programs for people who cannot afford the full price of the medication. You would probably have to sign up and they would probably need the prescription to verify it with your doc. Lastly, you can try one of those on-line Canadian pharmacy, but be very careful that it's not a rip off. Good luck!
go to wal mart allot cheaper
illed try getting a little job that pays like 10$ an hour and in about 3 days u can afford them
well if you got a scrip for antibiotics fill and take that take 2 Ib provens buy just regular ear drop's from wallgreens and dry a heating pad and keepcotton in your ear at all time's even in the shower and no swimming
When you get to the pharmacy, ask for a generic if they have one. (I'm assuming you don't have prescription insurance, because then it probably wouldn't cost $115). I've never heard of $115 for ear drops. The ones we just had for my daughter were only $20 after prescription insurance. You may have no choice but to put it on a credit card if you have one. If all else fails, ask friends/family for help. It sucks, but if it's for your health, it's OK to do. Even if you just get a few dollars from several people, that will help, and pay them back asap. Also, call different pharmacies to see if any other place is cheaper.
To relieve ear infection pain/earache, Oral acetaminophen and ibuprofen are available over-the-counter, and do help. Topical drops specifically for earache relief are also available over-the-counter in the eye/ear care section at most drugstores, grocery stores, and discount superstores throughout the U.S.
There may be a home herbal remedy for ear infection, but CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR FIRST.
1 -2 drops of either garlic or onion juice in the affected ear just might help a little. It may sting, so you may need to dilute the juice with a little cool, boiled water. Lying down with your ear pressed onto a sock or small bag filled with salt may help to draw out any pus-y matter.
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