How to insert the ear drops

The correct way of administering medicines to the ear.

Steps:

1. Patient should lie down with the problem ear outwards.

2. Another person should raise the earlobe slightly.

3. 4-5 drops of medication are poured into the outer ear canal. (Two drops are insufficient).

4. The small cartilage (tragus) in front of the ear is pressed a few times.

5. The patient is kept in this position for about five minutes.