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Different ear drops come with different compositions and functions to treat different ear problems. For example, ear drops may contain antibiotics, steroids, local anesthetic, antifungal, pain killer, etc. Ofloxacin, Ciprofloxacin, Gentamicin are commonly used antibiotic drops. Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Acetaminophen are commonly used pain-relieving ear drops. Using ear drops can cause muffled hearing at the time of administration. The used ear drop should be handled and stored carefully with hygiene. Exposed ear drops may trigger infection and must not be used.

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I have a ruptured eardrum despite antibiotics. How to treat it?

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I cleaned my ear and lost my hearing. Did I damage my ear?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Most likely, the wax was pushed further inside by the earbud, which might be blocking the ear canal and the eardrum, causing your hearing loss.

How can one find relief from sudden, severe ear pain?

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How to treat severe ear pain?

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How to manage accidental ear drop use in an infant's nose?

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Why is there pain in my ear even after using ear drops?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. No, it is not so, as you have an infection in the outer part of the ear. It is called as otitis externa.

My grandson has developed earache and discharge. What should I do?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. He seems to be suffering from acute otitis media. Yes, you would need to see your doctor again as he would check for signs of a perforation.

Is the sharp noise in ear normal after ear wax removal?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I understand your concern. The problem you told me is normal and does not seem pathological.

Can I use only ear drops to heal perforated ear?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you can use Ofloxacin (Fluoroquinolone) drops only as a beginning. You can use it in the dose of 2 drops four times daily.

How to manage a swollen and painful eardrum?

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