Ear instillation1 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
See also
See also
References
References
- "Irrigate the Ear and Instill Ear Medication". simtutor.com. Retrieved 24 March 2026.