Acetaminophen or ibuprofen may help to fight an ear infection by reducing fever and swelling. Over-the-counter antihistamines reduce swelling and fluid in the ear, but they do cause significant drowsiness. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or you are trying to relieve the pain of your child's infection, please do not use aspirin or ibuprofen.

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