Ear drops for ear congestion that are used

Why does congestion occur?

The feeling of pressure, fullness and the presence of a foreign object inside the ear can be caused by:

accumulation of earwax, formation of a plug;
exposure to water while swimming or showering;
ingress of a foreign body (a piece of cotton wool, an insect, etc.);
respiratory infections;
otitis (external, middle, internal);
tubootitis (inflammation of the auditory tube);
otomycosis (ear disease caused by fungal pathogenic flora);
sudden changes in atmospheric pressure (during takeoff or landing of an airplane, high-speed travel in an elevator, rapid descent on skis);
otosclerosis (pathology occurs when the condition of the bone capsule of the auditory meatus changes).

How to use for adults and children

If your ear is blocked, finding suitable drops is, of course, half the battle. But they also need to be instilled correctly so that all the treatment does not go down the drain. This stage is no less important than purchasing the most effective and safe medicine.

Recommendations for ear congestion

Most often, the drops are equipped with a special rubber pipette. And if you don’t have one, use a regular pipette for convenient dosing. If you place drops in a child’s ear, you must sterilize the pipette to avoid introducing infection into the ear canal.

To make the drug work more effectively and quickly, and not cause any discomfort during the procedure, warm up the bottle with drops in your hands.

Tilt your head in the direction opposite to where the sore ear is and pull the earlobe to the side. This is done to ensure that the medicine gets exactly as intended.

The usual one-time dose is two to five drops. After instillation, you should lie down for several minutes in the same position so that the drug does not leak out. Then you need to plug your ear with a cotton swab for a while, and the procedure is completed.

For infants, drops are not instilled directly into the ear: the baby’s delicate skin may not withstand such a massive and concentrated attack of drugs. In this case, the selected drug is dripped onto a cotton swab, which is then inserted into the baby’s ear. This way the impact will be softer.

What remedies can relieve congestion?

The ear drops used for ear congestion may differ in their mechanism of action and are selected taking into account the reasons that caused the unpleasant phenomenon.

Softening agents. Prescribed in cases where congestion is the result of the accumulation of sulfur and the formation of a plug.
Anti-inflammatory and analgesic solutions. Used in the treatment of acute and chronic forms of otitis.
Antifungal topical agents. The doctor decides which antifungal drugs to use in treatment after determining the type of pathogen, since an incorrectly prescribed drug can cause irreversible abnormalities in the structures of the inner ear.
Vasoconstrictors for the nose. Help relieve unpleasant manifestations of aerootitis, tubootitis and ear congestion caused by colds and runny nose.

Doctors often include vasoconstrictor nasal drops (Vibrocil, Galazolin) in the complex therapy of acute otitis media as adjuncts.

Choice of drug

How to treat ear colds? To eliminate ear congestion, it is better to choose multifunctional products that can have a complex effect. The most suitable drops are those that have the following types of effects:

antiviral;
immunomodulatory;
painkiller.

Such drugs can relieve inflammation in the ear canals and soften wax, thereby relieving the feeling of stuffiness. Let's review the most suitable means to get rid of this problem.

Tsipromed

The rating opens with one of the best budget antibacterial agents according to experts and patients.
The drops (clear or pale yellow) are based on ciprofloxacin, a substance that has shown good results in the fight against bacterial diseases of the eyes and ears. "Tsipromed" is easy to use and effective, kills both active and dormant bacteria. Prescribed for the treatment of external, middle and chronic otitis. It has excellent preventive qualities for infectious otitis, surgical interventions, injuries and any damage to the ear. Allergic reactions are extremely rare. Sometimes there are complaints of irritation of the ear canal.

Buyers love the drug for its ability to quickly cope with external otitis. This is the best option for travel, seaside holidays, when the risk of infection with water increases.

Pros:

Efficiency.
Affordable price.
Bactericidal properties.
Therapeutic and prophylactic effect.
Minimal risk of an allergic reaction.

Minuses:

May irritate the ear canal.
May be ineffective in case of complications.

Otipax

Otipax medicinal drops, which have a combined effect, will help clear your ears. They are used to eliminate pain in the eardrum, remove accumulated wax and disinfect. Doctors advise using Otipax to eliminate the consequences of otitis media and traumatic otitis, which appears due to high ear pressure.

Such drops are instilled daily into each ear canal, 3-4 drops at a time. The procedure is repeated three times a day for 5-8 days.

Otinum

Some doctors recommend using the drug Otinum for drug therapy. It is made from choline salicylate, which helps fight inflammation in the hearing organs. Before using this drug, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with its contraindications.

Otinum should not be used by people with a damaged eardrum and fever. This remedy is also contraindicated in children under two years of age. Everyone else can use Otinum to treat ear congestion.

To restore hearing, it is enough to instill one drop of the drug into the blocked ear canal every day.

Dancil

Sixth place is occupied by Dancil, an antibiotic from the fluoroquinolone category.
The main advantage is the ability to use drops in case of perforation of the eardrum, while most remedies for such damage are prohibited. Has a good antimicrobial effect. Most gram-negative bacteria and some gram-positive ones are susceptible to its effects. Prescribed for infectious and inflammatory processes. Suitable for children from 1 year and adults. From 11 years of age, treatment can be carried out without strict medical supervision; up to 11 years of age, outpatient observation and strict adherence to the prescribed dosage are recommended.

Buyers like Dancil due to its affordable price, effectiveness in treatment, and versatility - the product is suitable for adults and children of all ages. Suitable for the treatment of acute otitis media with a tympanostomy tube in place. The disadvantage is a wide range of side effects, from allergies to negative effects on the reproductive system.

Pros:

Efficiency.
Versatility.
Possibility of use for perforation of the eardrum.
Affordable price.

Minuses:

Wide range of side effects.

Sofradex

Third place in the selection for adults is occupied by Sofradex, an Indian drug with an antibacterial effect.
It has proven itself in the fight against inflammation of the outer ear, redness, pain, burning, itching. Clears traffic jams. It is also used in case of eye diseases. Prescribed for adults and children. When treating a child, especially a younger one, you will have to carefully monitor the body's reaction and the amount of medication - an overdose is fraught with unpleasant side effects. For the same reason, long-term use of the drug should be avoided.

Instillation is carried out 3-4 times a day, 2-3 drops. The course of treatment should not exceed 7 days. Exceptions are cases of active development of the disease; in such cases, the doctor must extend the course. It is convenient to use due to the special “spout” in the form of a nozzle. The drug relieves pain in a short time, helps clean the ear, fights the cause, and helps relieve symptoms.

Pros:

Efficiency.
Suitable for children and adults.
Relieves pain and inflammation.
Convenient to use.

Minuses:

Price.

Otirelax

In fifth place is a Romanian product, distinguished by its analgesic effects due to the presence of lidocaine in the composition.
Prescribed for infectious diseases caused by a virus or bacteria. Effective against otitis media and externa, relieves inflammation and pain. Prohibited if the integrity of the eardrum is damaged. The general shelf life is 3 years, after opening – up to 4 weeks. You should instill 3-4 drops, three times a day. Suitable for children from birth. A convenient bottle with a dropper makes it easy to use. The volume is quite large - 15 ml. The advantages include a minimal number of identified side effects - only allergies and irritation of the ear canal are possible.

Phenazone contained in the composition helps eliminate inflammation and has analgesic properties. The course of treatment should not exceed 10 days. If there is no improvement during this time, you should consult a doctor and change the medicine.

Pros:

Suitable for children from birth.
Minimum set of side effects.
Efficiency.
Convenient to use.

Minuses:

Prohibited if the integrity of the eardrum is damaged.

Anauran

The top three opens with a strong drug prescribed for acute, purulent and chronic otitis, which it copes with very effectively and in a short time.
The course of treatment is only 7 days. Drops are suitable for children from 1 year. "Anauran" is developed on the basis of two antibiotics - neomycin and polymyxin B. When paired, they are capable of destroying a large number of gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms in a short time. The product fights inflammatory processes and shows excellent results in acute and chronic otitis media.

In addition to eliminating the cause of the disease, patients note a good analgesic effect - the composition contains lidocaine, which is an effective local anesthetic. The drug is not suitable for use in cases of perforation of the eardrum.

It is recommended for adults to instill 4-5 drops 2-3 times a day, for children over one year old - 2-3 drops 3-4 times a day. If necessary, Anauran can be prescribed to a child up to one year old; in this case, strict supervision by a doctor is required. Unlike most analogues, which can be stored after opening the bottle for no more than a month, Anauran is suitable for use for 3 months.

Pros:

Effective.
Has an analgesic effect.
Suitable for any age.
After opening it is suitable for use for 3 months.

Minuses:

Prohibited in case of perforation of the eardrum.

Polydexa

Second place in the ranking is occupied by “Polydexa” - drops, as in the previous case, created on the basis of two antibiotics - neomycin and polymyxin B, fighting a wide range of harmful microorganisms.
The third component is dexamethasone, which has an anti-inflammatory effect. "Polydex" is prescribed for infected eczema of the external meatus and otitis externa. Do not use if the eardrum is damaged. The list of side effects is limited to allergies, but there are practically no complaints about its occurrence among patients. The only thing you should be careful about is the integrity of the membrane. If you use the product if it is violated, there is a high risk of negative effects on the hearing and vestibular apparatus.

Users note quick results - swelling subsides, itching decreases or disappears, drops quickly cope with the causes of inflammation. The included soft pipette attachment makes it easy to use. Children take 1-2 drops twice a day. The course of treatment ranges from 6 to 10 days.

Pros:

Efficiency.
Ease of use.
Suitable for children and adults.
Minimum side effects.

Minuses:

Not suitable if the membrane is damaged.

Candibiotic

This drug is considered quite effective, since it contains the component clotrimazole, which has a wide spectrum of action. Regular instillation of Candibiotic treats any inflammation of the mucous membrane and eliminates signs of congestion. This medicine is used to treat the diffuse form of otitis and exacerbation of the chronic form. Girls breastfeeding newborns and children under five years of age will have to refuse to take Candibiotic.

To restore the mucous membrane in the ear cavity, you need to instill 3-4 drops of the medicinal solution every day.

Normax

Popular among doctors are Normax drops, which can quickly relieve ear congestion. The effectiveness of the drug is due to the fact that it contains ofloxacin, which has antimicrobial properties.

It is recommended to instill Normax into the ear cavities at least three times a day.

Garazon

These drops are made from betamethasone, which eliminates allergic swelling and helps relieve congestion in the ears due to otitis media. "Garazon" is used not only in the treatment of hearing organs, but also in the treatment of inflammatory eye pathologies caused by infections.

The drug has a number of contraindications, which you should familiarize yourself with in advance. It should not be used by people who suffer from tuberculosis, conjunctivitis, hepatitis and keratitis.

“Garazon” is instilled into the ear canal every day, two drops at a time.

Otofa

If you are intolerant to other antibiotics, treatment with Otof drops based on the semi-synthetic compound rifampicin is prescribed. Stops the proliferation of various types of bacteria, improves the condition 10–15 minutes after instillation. But it is characterized by the rapid adaptability of pathogens, so the maximum duration of the therapeutic course is 7 days.

Otof drops can be used for perforation of the eardrum, for acute and chronic otitis, after surgery on the middle ear. Used in pediatrics under medical supervision. Rarely provokes complications, has a minimum of contraindications.

Review of effective and commonly prescribed drugs

The following describes the features of the use of a number of medications.

Otinum

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug of local action based on choline salicylate. Prescribed for external and acute forms of otitis media, myringitis. Drops soften hardened earwax and can be used on the eve of the procedure for washing the external auditory canal.

Drops in the ear are contraindicated for use by people intolerant to aspirin and other non-steroidal drugs, as well as with a perforated eardrum, in the treatment of children, pregnant and lactating women.

Otipax

An ear instillation solution based on phenazone and lidocaine has pronounced anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Helps eliminate discomfort and pain from otitis media of various origins, including inflammation caused by pressure changes.

The drug does not dissolve sulfur plugs. Otipax is contraindicated for instillation in cases of a perforated eardrum and hypersensitivity to substances contained in the solution.

Otipax is used in the treatment of adults and children, including newborns

Garazon

A drug based on gentamicin (an antibiotic) and betamethasone (a hormonal component) has an anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effect. These ear drops for ear congestion are used only in cases where the unpleasant symptom is provoked by external otitis (in acute or chronic form), eczema of the ear canal. The product is not used to soften earwax or with a perforated eardrum.

Remo-Wax

The drug is intended for ear hygiene, removing excess wax and wax plugs, preventing their formation. Can be used for stuffy ears. The solution contains substances that quickly soften the cork, as well as moisture-retaining components, which makes it easier to wash out the remaining hardened sulfur.

The drug should not be instilled if there is pain in the ears, inflammation, damage to the eardrum, intolerance or hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, or the presence of a shunt.

A-Cerumen

A solution for ear instillation based on surfactants helps cleanse the ear canals from accumulations of sulfur and formed cerumen plugs, preventing their formation. For hygiene, it is recommended to drop 1 ml of the solution into each ear once every two weeks, and to remove wax plugs - 1 ml into each ear canal twice a day.

A-Cerumen can be used for continuous instillation into the ears, including for people who use hearing aids, telephone headsets and other devices that are attached to the auricle and provoke excessive wax secretion.

A-Cerumen is often prescribed to swimmers or those who often spend long periods of time in very dusty rooms.

How to choose the right ear drops

The drug is prescribed by a doctor, but you can consider several options and, after receiving approval, buy the most suitable one.

When choosing, based on the instructions and customer reviews, you should be guided by the following parameters:

For fungal infections, Candibiotic and Dancil are most often prescribed.
Candibiotic, Anauran and Otinum have a good analgesic effect.
In the fight against inflammation, Candibiotic, Combinil, and Sofradex received positive ratings.
“Tsipromed”, “Combinil”, “Otofa” and “Sofradex” stand out with noticeable bactericidal properties.
For the treatment of microbial infections, it is best to use Normax.
A quick effect is observed when using “Combinil”, “Otofa”, and “Otinum”.
The drugs that are allowed for use by children and adults include Candibiotic, Sofradex and all the drugs in the children's selection - the best choice if several people of different ages are sick in the family.
During pregnancy, breastfeeding and for newborns, Otipax is allowed to be used.

When purchasing, you should remember that any drops can cause allergies. If suspicious symptoms appear (itching, rash, redness), it is necessary to stop treatment and change the drug. Good health!

Tubootitis

If ear congestion is caused by tubo-otitis, a specialist will prescribe drops that will help you overcome pain and inflammation.

Most often, Otinum drops are prescribed for local anesthesia and the fight against inflammation in the ear. They are applied three times a day and are used for no longer than 10 days.
Ear drops for ear congestion due to tubo-otitis should also have an antiseptic effect. Doctors sometimes prescribe Albucid for these purposes. This “eye” drug is also successfully used for the treatment of ENT organs in complex therapy, but only if the patient does not have purulent discharge from the ear canal and the intact eardrum is not damaged.

Runny nose

Often, accumulations of mucus during a runny nose cause blockage of the passages of the ENT system, because of this the auditory tube connecting the nasopharynx and middle ear ceases to perform its functions. There is no equalization of pressure, the eardrum bends inward, which leads to persistent ear congestion during a cold.

To relieve ear congestion caused by a runny nose, use regular nasal drops that are instilled into the nose.

Vasoconstrictor drugs have a beneficial effect not only on the mucous membranes in the place where they began their “work”; swelling in neighboring tissues also disappears quite quickly. Thus, by instilling Naphthyzin, Nazol, Tizin, Galazolin into the nose, you will improve the functionality of the Eustachian tube and get rid of unpleasant ear congestion.

If ear congestion was really caused by a runny nose, after instilling vasoconstrictor drugs this symptom will temporarily disappear, and after complete recovery it will stop bothering you altogether

When treating a cold, it is important to remember that such drops should not be used for more than 5 days.

Pressure drops

Each of us has felt a slight feeling of ear congestion when flying, taking a high-speed elevator, or on a long trip in the lowlands. This symptom is absolutely normal, since it occurs due to a change in pressure to which the auditory tube does not have time to adequately react. The eardrum bends inward, causing a feeling of stuffiness.

As a rule, to eliminate this unpleasant sensation, it is enough to do several exercises that will equalize the pressure in the ENT system:

open and close your mouth;
try swallowing several times;
artificially induce a yawn.

If these measures do not help, you can simply wait until the pressure equalizes on its own.

But in some patients, such temporary symptoms often cause real pain. To eliminate it, after consultation with an ENT specialist, you can use lidocaine drops in the ears for ear congestion.

If pain and ear congestion occur due to pressure changes, it is recommended to drip 2-3 drops of the drug (Otipax, Anauran, Ototon, Droplex) and cover the ear canals with cotton swabs.

Cork

Sometimes ear congestion occurs due to the formation of wax plugs in the ear canal. Accumulations of secretion block the lumen and do not allow sounds from the outside to enter the hearing organ. They can also put pressure on the eardrum and the walls of the outer ear, causing, in addition to blockage, pain, noise and ringing in the ears.

The problem can be solved quite quickly in the ENT office, where a specialist will rinse out your ear if there is congestion using a special syringe filled with warm water. At home, a small plug can be dissolved with drops intended for this purpose.

Most often, to eliminate blockage and dissolve sulfur plugs, the following are used:

Remo-Vax drops. They soften the accumulations and remove them from the ear canal;
A-Cerumen. These drops, when introduced into the ear, dissolve fats contained in accumulations of sulfur; after their action, the ear canals should be rinsed with warm water;
3% hydrogen peroxide. The solution is no less effective than expensive specialized ear drops in softening wax accumulations and removing them from the ear canal.

Ear candles

Ear candles are long, funnel-shaped tubes that are thin and hollow inside. Candles consist of a special fabric, twisted in a spiral and coated with wax. These remedies will help get rid of an unpleasant symptom if the ear is blocked as a result of the formation of wax plug.

Application:

lie on your side so that the affected ear is on top;
cover the ear with a napkin with a hole previously made in it (should be located above the entrance to the auditory canal);
light the candle on the wide side and insert the narrow end into the external auditory canal to a depth of no more than 5–7 mm (insert through the hole in the napkin);
when approximately two-thirds of the original size of the candle has burned, it must be removed from the ear and extinguished in a glass of water (prepared in advance).

Contraindications to the use of ear candles:

purulent otitis;
perforated eardrum;
tumor near the ear;
allergy to wax.

Ear candles not only soften wax plugs, but also relieve inflammation, eliminate pain, and soothe

What drops are suitable

For congestion caused by the accumulation of sulfur, it is recommended to use products with a softening effect.

In the case of otitis, anti-inflammatory drops are needed, and sometimes with an antihistamine effect. If the disease is acute, then painkillers are also needed.

If congestion is caused by a fungus actively multiplying in the ear canals, then antifungal drops will help. They should only be prescribed by a doctor after a thorough examination and an accurate diagnosis. Self-medication in this case is unacceptable and entails irreversible damage to the hearing organs.

If congestion occurs as a result of aerootitis, vasoconstrictor drops will help.

We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the reasons why there is pressure on the ears from the inside in this material.

Other means

What else is used to get rid of the problem:

Remedy for ear plugs

Hydrogen peroxide. A peroxide solution can only help if the ear is blocked due to the formation of wax plugs. While lying on your side, you need to drop a few drops of medication into the ear canal. After a few minutes, rinse the ear cavity with a stream of warm water to remove the softened substance.
Camphor oil. The herbal remedy has an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect. It can be used in the treatment of otitis externa, but with caution - the medication often causes allergic reactions, which can aggravate the pathological process. It is strictly forbidden to use oil if the eardrum is perforated. Directions for use: Apply 2-3 drops of oil to a cotton swab and insert it into the ear canal. Treatment should not exceed 3–5 days.
Camphor alcohol. Acts similar to oil. But in the treatment of external otitis it can only be used as a compress. It is strictly prohibited to bury the ears or place turundas soaked in camphor alcohol into the ear canal - the result of such manipulations can be injury to the eardrum.
Boric alcohol. An alcohol solution of boric acid is often used to relieve congestion. But the remedy can only be used in the treatment of external otitis, and only if the eardrum is intact. Recently, doctors have not recommended eliminating discomfort in the ear with boric acid - after instillation, sharp pain may occur, which is due to the high toxicity of the solution. The course of treatment with boric acid solution is no longer than 3–5 days.

It is better not to instill boric alcohol, but to insert a gauze swab soaked in the solution into the ear for several hours

What ear drops are there for ear congestion?

Congestion, a feeling of pressure and partial deafness of the hearing organ can be caused by a number of reasons:

otitis;
colds;
changing the difference in pressure inside the ear and the environment;
sulfur plug;
ingestion of liquid or foreign object into an organ.

For tubo-otitis

Treatment of tubo-otitis involves fighting inflammation and pain. Can be used:

Otinum. The drug acts as a remedy against inflammation and pain. Suitable for topical use for acute otitis media, external otitis, myringitis. For tubo-otitis, you need to drip 3-4 drops three times a day. The course should not last more than 10 days.
Albucid. This drug is intended for the treatment of eye diseases, but is also used as part of complex therapy for otitis media. A 20% Albucid solution is used. The required dosage must be determined by a doctor. Before instillation, the bottle should be warmed with your hands so as not to cause ear pain. Do not use the medicine if the eardrum has ruptured or if there is pus discharge from the ear.

For a runny nose or cold

A runny nose can cause organ congestion; nasal drops are suitable for its treatment:

Naphthyzin. Purpose: treatment of runny nose and tubo-otitis caused by colds, has a vasoconstrictor effect. The dosage is determined according to the severity of the ear disease and the age of the patient. It is not recommended to use it for more than 5 days - addiction may form.
Nazol. Contains oxymetazoline, used to treat runny nose (infections, rhinitis and sinusitis). How to use:
Adults need to do 2-3 presses into each nasal opening 2 times / day.
During use, you do not need to tilt your head back and do not administer the product while lying down. Use is allowed for no more than 5 days, otherwise nasal congestion and runny nose may worsen.

For pressure in the ears

An unpleasant feeling of pressure occurs when flying on an airplane or taking the subway. To relieve symptoms, use medications:

Anauran. Application: external, otitis media, purulent formations after surgery. Use 4-5 drops three times a day for adults, 2-3 drops 3 times a day for children. Drip into the ear with a pipette and leave your head tilted for several minutes.
Droplex. Action: anti-inflammatory, analgesic. How to use: drip the liquid 3-4 drops three times a day, the course of treatment is 10 days. Do not use if you have a ruptured eardrum or are allergic to the drug.

For ear plugs

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To remove sulfur plugs, the following are prescribed:

Remo-Wax. The action of the product is aimed at softening and preventing the formation of wax plugs in the ear cavity. You need to drip the medication along the back wall of the ear canal in the amount of 20 drops. Leave the product in the ear cavity for 20-60 minutes, then let it flow out for about 1 minute. Allowed during pregnancy.
A-Cerumen. The product breaks down the fats that make up the ear plug and is suitable for people who need to clean their hearing organs. For A-Cerumen to show effectiveness, you need to drop one ml into both ears twice a day, leave the drug inside for an hour and a half, then rinse the hearing organ with warm boiled water.

Congestion after ear drops

The ear may become clogged after instilling drops for the following reasons: the ear canal is blocked by the medicine (a temporary phenomenon), earwax swells, and an allergy to the components of the medicine develops. The appearance of congestion after using ear drops often occurs due to the fact that the liquid comes into contact with the eardrum, impairing its mobility.

To get rid of discomfort and unpleasant sensations, you can:

lie down;
jump, pressing your palm to your stuffy ear;
Insert a cotton swab into the ear to absorb any remaining medication.

If the congestion does not go away after a few hours, you need to consult a doctor to find out the cause of the unpleasant phenomenon.

Very often, self-administration of ear drops, even the most effective ones, is not enough. This is especially true in situations where the cause of congestion is infection. In this case, complex therapy is carried out, and the optimal drugs are selected by the doctor, taking into account the type, location and severity of the inflammatory processes, the presence of contraindications and the patient’s age.

How to cure ear congestion?

In order to eliminate congestion, it is more correct to select functional drugs that can exhibit a complex effect. Particularly suitable are those drops that exhibit the following types of influences:

antivirus;
immunomodulatory;
painkiller.

Such remedies can remove inflammation in the ear canals and soften wax, thereby relieving the feeling of congestion. The following information will help those who have a blocked ear and pain. What to do interests everyone in such a situation. Let us analyze the most optimal means for getting rid of this difficulty.

One of the most well-known drugs for ear congestion. "Otipax" is optimal because it has a harmless composition, for this reason it is able to eliminate ear pain and congestion even in the smallest children. It is also acceptable for use by pregnant women. The drops exhibit rapid anesthetic and anti-inflammatory results. Although this medication has an effective effect on the acute inflammatory process, it does not have the same effect on the sulfur plug. For this reason, if congestion is caused by sulfur plugs, using Otipax will not help. However, drops can cope with congestion caused by otitis media and inflammatory processes. They can also be used if congestion is caused by colds.

An antimicrobial medicine for ear congestion, successfully used in ophthalmology and otorhinolaryngology. The active ingredient is ciprofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. “Tsipromed” is instilled 5 drops into the unhealthy ear three times a day and cover the ear canal with a cotton swab. This is necessary to avoid spilling the medicine. A side effect of the drug is considered to be irritation that occurs after completion of therapy.

For those who don’t know what to put in the ear for pain, we recommend this remedy. A medication that includes rifampicin is a strong antimicrobial agent that is effective against streptococcal and staphylococcal infections. Rifampicin is effective where medications of other groups fail. The medicine can be instilled or poured into the ears, and after a couple of minutes it can be removed with a cotton swab. Certain patients are advised to rinse the tympanic cavity with this medicine. "Otofa" is a medication whose effectiveness has been confirmed and proven by numerous positive reviews.

Ear and eye drops with antibiotics, which have a detrimental effect on the infectious cause, when the ear is blocked, but does not hurt. They are used to treat infectious and inflammatory diseases of the eye and ears: conjunctivitis, keratitis, blepharitis, otitis, eustachitis. For preventive purposes, Normax drops are used for ear congestion, after operations, injuries, and pulling foreign bodies out of the eyes and ears. This medication is specialized for local use only. In order for the treatment to have an extremely favorable outcome, the use of Normax and systemic medications should be combined. The product works quite quickly, is well tolerated by patients and is affordable. It is suitable for the purpose of curing diseases only in adults.

This drug eliminates pain, reduces inflammation, and has a disinfecting effect. Those who are thinking about what to put in the ear for pain should pay attention to this remedy. “Otinum” is used to remove traffic jams: drops are used to soften sulfur masses before removing them. Therapy with Otinum ear drops is performed after patients undergo an otoscopy in order to establish the integrity of the eardrum. The salicylates that make up Otinum, once in the middle ear, can cause absolute or partial hearing loss. The drug is contraindicated for pregnant women, children, the elderly, and people with membrane perforation.

Antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory drug used in ophthalmology and otorhinolaryngology. The bacteriostatic effect of the drug is aimed at most pathogens that can cause inflammation of the ear and eyes. The glucocorticosteroid reduces the symptoms of inflammation - swelling, hyperemia, pain, and also exhibits a desensitizing effect by suppressing inflammatory mediators. Using the medicine over a long period can cause the development of stable ear microflora and the formation of infections. Active local use of Sofradex often results in systemic results. People suffering from chronic liver or kidney pathology must use these drops with special caution.

Drops for the accumulation of wax in the ear

If the cause of ear congestion is cerumen plug, the following is prescribed:

Remo-Vax quickly softens existing wax plugs and prevents the formation of new ones. Apply 20 drops of the product and leave for 20-60 minutes, then allow it to flow out of the ear unhindered. The process lasts for about a minute. Drops are approved for use during pregnancy.
A-Cerumen splits the ear plug. 1 ml of it is instilled into the ears and left inside for 1-1.5 hours, then the ear is washed with warm boiled water. The procedure is carried out 1 - 2 times a day. Treatment is usually carried out for 3-4 days, after which the sulfur dissolves, the discomfort disappears, and the patient’s hearing returns.

What not to do if you have stuffy ears

Some patients, when an unpleasant sensation and congestion appear, resort to folk and untested remedies. One of them is boric alcohol. When instilled, they penetrate the eardrum, provoke increased pain, can damage the mucous membranes and cause a burn.

With great caution, many drops for congestion are used during acute otitis media. In case of exacerbation, the eardrum may be injured. When a rupture occurs, the medicine penetrates into the middle ear and affects the vestibular apparatus. Therefore, during treatment, it is necessary to periodically visit a doctor to examine the ear canal and adjust the therapy.

Before instillation, any drug must be warmed to a comfortable body temperature. Otherwise, when cold liquid gets on the membrane, it provokes a painful spasm, sharp shooting pain. It is recommended to first hold the bottle in your hands for 10 minutes.

Ear congestion occurs for various reasons, including acute infections, ingress of water or a foreign body. Depending on the diagnosis, drops based on an antibiotic, antiseptic or analgesic component are selected. When using, precautions and dosage should be observed and instructions should be followed.

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This video will tell you about problems with ear congestion.

We looked at the issue of choosing ear drops for ear congestion. The final appointment, of course, must be made by the doctor. A qualified specialist will tell you how to treat fungus, congestion and other inflammations of this organ, what medications are not advisable, and will create an individual course of treatment. And thanks to our advice, it will be easier for you to navigate the sea of all kinds of medicines and the prices used in this case.