Ear instillation

Ear instillation is the process of introducing otic medication or other liquids into the ear canal. Proper care is needed in delivering such liquids.

Indications for ear instillation

• patients with otitis media
• patients with otitis externa
• patients with impacted cerumen (earwax)
• patients with foreign body obstruction

Contraindications for ear instillation

• hypersensitivity to the solution.
• perforated eardrum