Chapter 42

Agents Used in the Treatment of Ear Disorders

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Infection, Inflammation, and Trauma

Affect External ear canal Middle ear

Occur in Children Adults

Occur for Several different reasons

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Types of Ear Disorders

Otitis media Middle ear infection

Children: frequent occurrence

Trauma Wax buildup

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Topical Agents (Used to Treat Minor Ear Disorders)

Antibiotics Antifungals Local anesthetics Wax emulsifiers Anti-inflammatory agents Steroids Local analgesics

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Systemic Agents (Used to Treat Major Ear Disorders)

Antibiotics Antifungals Anti-inflammatory agents Steroids Analgesics

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Combination Treatment for Ear Disorders

Antimicrobials Antibiotics and corticosteroids Antifungals and corticosteroids Antibiotics, antifungals, and corticosteroids

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Other Otic Agents

Local anesthetics and analgesics Pramoxine and benzocaine Wax emulsifiers Carbamide peroxide (Debrox)