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Is there an over the counter medication/drops that i can take for my clogged ears? i have a head cold and my ears wont pop.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Decongestant spray: May try a nasal decongestant spray but do not use it for more than 5 days else you may end up with even more congestion.

Answered 4/24/2018

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A member asked:

Is there an over the counter medication/drops that i can take for my clogged ears? i have a head cold and my ears wont pop.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

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