Hello doctor, Can I put Lidocaine viscous 2 % oral topical solution qualitest in ear for pain?
Hello. Please do not put Lidocaine 2 % viscous into ear for pain. First of all, ear pain can be due to multiple reasons. The causes of ear pain are as follows: 1. Localized causes: External ear: pinna, ear canal, Middle ear cleft: eustachian tube, facial nerve, mastoid cavity, inner ear: eighth nerve, petrositis. 2. Referred causes: Throat : tonsillitis, pharyngitis, Neck : cervical spine disorders, spondylosis, Oral cavity : glossitis, tootache, tooth infection, Larynx : laryngitis, epiglottitis. Under each infections, inflammations, tumors, malignancies, non-malignant growths, hypersensitivities, etc can result in ear ache. Referred earache is due to sharing of same nerve supply by the ear as well as the above said organs. Hence, please do not treat earache on your own. I will strongly suggest you consult an ENT specialist doctor and follow his advise. Please provide us with details with regards to the following : Onset of ear ache, duration, nature of pain : pricking, dull aching, throbbing, any associated giddiness, ear discharge, headache, nausea, any throat pain, nose block, change of voice, difficulty in swallowing, any previous relevant history with regards to the ear or nose and throat, which ear? both ears? You have fever? Any neck problems, tooth ache, artificial dentures. Next, Lidocaine 2 % viscous is for use on oro-mucosal surfaces. It is not for use inside the ear, it will not get absorbed from intact skin surfaces like what you find in the outer ear where you are planning to apply the viscous top solution. To relieve pain I suggest you try Paracetamol 650 mg tablet, one tab SOS (not more than 3 tablets per day). However, it is prudent to ascertain the exact cause for the earache and treat accordingly. Do contact us for any more queries on the subject.