Question 1

hi , i have an ear ache any recommendation of home remedy or over-the-counter medication ?thank you

Accepted Answer

Ear pain: Does the ear ache when you pull on the ear lobe?  If so you could have the start or a swimmer's ear. Try some alcohol in the ear canal to dry out any water that could have gotten behind any ear wax you had.  Your ear could also have wax in it. If so, try some peroxide (hydrogen ) and it should bubble out. You may need a bulb syringe to assist in this regard. Use warm salt water to irrigate.

Question 2

what is the best over-the-counter meds i can take for cold plugged sinus plus ear ache?

Accepted Answer

See your pharmacist: Pharmacists know so much more than we may give them credit for.  They speak to many customers and get feedback on their otc meds.

Question 3

i'm suffering from bad ear ache. should i go and make a booking and consult a dr or can i get something over the counter to help?

Accepted Answer

See below : I’m sorry to hear about this, yes you’ll have to go and see a doctor for this, recommend to see otorinolaringologist, ENT doctor.

Question 4

i have bad ear ache now for about 4 days. my right side is abit swollen, sore to touch, reddish and pretty painful. do i have to go and see a dr or can u suggest something over the counter i can buy?

Accepted Answer

Otitis media : Hi there, I’m sorry to hear about this, it sounds like an middle ear infection, or otitis media , you’ll have to see your GP or ENT doctor please.

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Question 5

can you recommend a home remedy or over-the-counter medicine for an ear ache, possibly ear infection? i've had it for a month. apptmt is in one month.

Accepted Answer

Earache: Otc medications can help with pain but if you have an infection than need to see a physician as you may need antibiotics.

Question 6

i am experiencing a sore throat with ear pain and nausea- what could this be and is there anything over-the-counter that will help?

Accepted Answer

Sore throat: could be a strep throat infection (a type of bacteria) or a virus. Would need to be tested to see if it is strep throat and then treatment provided with an antibiotic. Over the counter pain reducer like tylenol (acetaminophen) can help with discomfort. Talk with doc prior to taking any new medications and to have an exam.

Question 7

best otc for an ear ache for an adult?

Accepted Answer

Alleve: I rountinely use this as its easy and only twice a day.  Prescription strength Naproxen is twice the otc dose (500mg  twice daily).  It can cause GI upset so take with food or if continues may need other prescription med.

Question 8

i've been taking sinutab for sinus pain since and now i've developed a ear ache. is there medication that i can get to help my ear?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Those with sinus discomfort often will have the tube between the middle ear &amp; throat swell. This can result in fluid buildup that would act that way. That fluid &amp; discomfort can clear naturally. However, germs from the throat can enter the tube &amp; progress to an ear infection that needs prescribed meds. If it doesn't pass in a couple days contact your doc.

Question 9

just had 2 molers pulled on friday. the dentist gave me penicillin vk 500mg.. now i'm getting  a ear ache will this medication  help?

Accepted Answer

It may: It depends on the cause of your ear pain. If it is related to your teeth then likely. If is is a separate problem then another antibiotic may be a better choice. Be checked. All the best.

Question 10

need advice on what is the the best home remedy for a ear ache?

Accepted Answer

Why home remedy?: Why a home remedy? If you don't know how to cure this pain, you most likely are unsure of the actual cause. Suggest you see an ENT to diagnose the cause and offer a cure. Better than leaving it alone or searching for a home remedy. Just get seen and get it fixed.

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Hi , i have an ear ache any recommendation of home remedy or over-the-counter medication ?thank you

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What is the best over-the-counter meds i can take for cold plugged sinus plus ear ache?

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I'm suffering from bad ear ache. should i go and make a booking and consult a dr or can i get something over the counter to help?

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I have bad ear ache now for about 4 days. my right side is abit swollen, sore to touch, reddish and pretty painful. do i have to go and see a dr or can u suggest something over the counter i can buy?

A member asked:

Can you recommend a home remedy or over-the-counter medicine for an ear ache, possibly ear infection? i've had it for a month. apptmt is in one month.

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I am experiencing a sore throat with ear pain and nausea- what could this be and is there anything over-the-counter that will help?

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Best otc for an ear ache for an adult?

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I've been taking sinutab for sinus pain since and now i've developed a ear ache. is there medication that i can get to help my ear?

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Just had 2 molers pulled on friday. the dentist gave me penicillin vk 500mg.. now i'm getting a ear ache will this medication help?

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Need advice on what is the the best home remedy for a ear ache?

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