Best OTC Choices in Topical Ear Pain Relief
Ear drops can be worth administering during a painful ear infection. Most such formulations contain homeopathic ingredients that have been associated with pain relief, such as belladonna.
Here are Money’s picks for the best products for topical relief of ear pain, along with general information on their active ingredients and more.
These products were selected by drugs.com, using a methodology that combines expert assessment with analysis of online reviews, ratings and other customer data.
The information provided on Money.com is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The products featured may not be right for everyone and may carry risk even if available without a prescription. Read the product’s label and consult with a professional for individual medical advice.
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Active Ingredients
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#3
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Herb Pharm Mullein Garlic Ear Oil | Calendula flower St. John's wort Mullein flower Garlic bulb |
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#1
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Hyland's Earache Drops | Belladonna Calcarea carbonica Chamomilla Lycopodium Pulsatilla Sulphur |
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#2
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Similasan Earache Relief Drops | Chamomilla Mercurius solubilis Sulphur |
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#5
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Walgreens Ear Drops | Isopropyl alcohol Glycerin |
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#4
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Wally's Natural Organic Ear Oil | Olive oil Lavender oil Mullein extract Tea tree oil Echinacea extract Garlic oil |
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