Can I use human earache drops on my dog's ear before a vet visit?

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Can I use Hyland's Earache Drops on my dog until I can get him to Vet on Monday? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 10 years and 3 months old | 90 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

No, I'm afraid I would not recommend this - you should never put any kind of medication in your dog's ear unless directed by your vet after examining the ear. This is because if the ear drum is damaged, many products are not safe to use and can cause nerve damage or hearing loss. You can gently clean the ear with a cotton ball or washcloth to help remove some of the discharge and make Dexter more concerned until you are able to see the vet.

Can I use human earache drops on my dog's ear before a vet visit?

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