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Can i use visine eye drops for my ear infection?
17 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Probably not: Not sure why you want to use this for an ear infection? Not an antibiotic. Really would do nothing to help your ear.
Answered 12/31/2014
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Yes but why?: Since visine won't treat an ear infection there is no reason to put it in your ear.
Answered 7/19/2018
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Won't help: Visine eye drops will not help your ear. Don't do it.
Answered 1/17/2020
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