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Medicines for otitis media: pain relief, antibiotics, ear drops and procedures, with safety points.
Treatment of otitis media depends on age, severity and type. A doctor should choose the medicine.
Pain and fever relief
Antibiotics
Ear drops
Other options
Ayurvedic and herbal products
Ear oils and drops are sold widely. Their safety and effect are not proven, and some can harm an eardrum that has a hole. Avoid unlabelled products.
See a doctor if pain or fever is not better in 48 hours after starting antibiotics, or if rash, vomiting or swelling develops.
When to get help
See a doctor or ENT clinic if ear pain, discharge or hearing change does not settle in a couple of days, if infections keep coming back, or if you are unsure about any medicine or drop. Early assessment protects hearing and helps avoid unnecessary treatment.
Remember
Right medicine, right dose, right time. Do not self-prescribe antibiotics or drops.
Written By
Dr. Daksh
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Varun Gupta
MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated on
27 Sep 2022 • 06:23 PM (IST)
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