HOW TO INSTILL EAR DROPS IN CHILDREN

Ear infections are a common childhood ailment. The proper technique will ensure the drops go into the ear without causing your child discomfort.

How to give ear drops

• Shake the bottle and remove the cap.
• Your child needs to have their head tilted to one side. (They could rest their head on a pillow.)
•  Put the tip of the dropper just inside the ear hole. Try to avoid touching the nozzle on to the ear. Gently squeeze the drop(s) into the ear.
• Your child should keep their head tilted to one side for a minute or so.
•  Wipe the nozzle with a clean tissue after each use.
•  If you think the drops didn’t go into the ear, you can repeat the process but do not try more than twice.
•  Try to avoid the tip of the bottle touching any part of your child’s ear if possible.
•  Wash your hands again with soap and hot water.