Ophthalmic preparations are sterile and can be used in the ear.

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There are many ophthalmic agents,particularly antibiotic agents and corticosteroids,that commonly are prescribed for ear treatment.This is acceptable because the ophthalmic preparations are sterile and can be used in the ear.However,otic preparations cannot be used in the eye because they are not sterile and their pH and other qualities of formulation may cause harm to the eye.

Ophthalmic Preparations Are Sterile and Can Be Used in the Ear