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Ok to use peroxide/other drops in ear while being treated for infection with oral antibiotics?

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Ok if no perforation: Hydrogen peroxide is an inexpensive way to clean excess wax from the ear. This is done by placing the peroxide in the ear about ten minutes before a shower and then rinsing the ear in the shower. Do not use a cotton swab. Although it will not do damage, using hydrogen peroxide when there is a hole in the eardrum will cause significant discomfort.

Answered 1/28/2015

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