Inserting Eardrops Safely
Current as of: October 21, 2018
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:Susan C. Kim, MD - Pediatrics & Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine & Charles M. Myer III, MD - Pediatrics, Otolaryngology
To insert eardrops: First, warm the drops to body temperature by rolling the container in your hands or placing it in your armpit for a few minutes. Inserting cold eardrops can cause ear pain and dizziness. Have the child lie down, with the affected ear facing up. Place drops inside the ear. Follow your doctor’s…