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Posted On : 20 Nov 2007

Is the use of analgesic,antibiotic ear drops contraindicated in cases of Acute otitis media without perforation?

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Answer Discussion :

pediatriconcall

In acute otitis media there is no role of aural antibiotic drops. They are required only in case of chronic otitis media. For acute otitis media, oral antibiotics are recommended.

17 years ago

pradnya

antibiotic drops are not indicated....though i dont think they r contraindicated.

17 years ago

DR ABHIJIT MAZUMDER

not conclusive evidence over systemic treatment
vide=BMJ Clinical Evidence-Clare Bradley-Stevenson, Paddy O'Neill, and Tony Roberts. -August 2007

17 years ago

Dr. Nidhish Nanavaty

yes...they have no role in teating the underlying pathology

17 years ago

vujosevicmilena

yes, it is.

17 years ago

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