Ear Mite Medicine for Cats

Is your kitty suffering from ear mites? Good news: they're highly treatable. Shop ear mite medicine from Dutch.

Frequently asked questions

How do you check for ear mites in cats?

Ear mites are a very common—and very uncomfortable—parasite in cats. If your cat is excessively shaking their head or scratching at their ears, it’s a good idea to check for ear mites. 

Ear mites live in the external ear canal and can appear as small black flecks coating the inside of your cat’s ear. They can cause your cat’s ears to become red or inflamed and can even lead to pus in the ears. 

Do you suspect your cat may have ear mites? The first step is to talk with your vet. They can assess your cat’s ear health and prescribe a treatment plan, including ear medicine for cats. 

Fill your prescription for ear mite medicine for cats with Dutch’s online pet pharmacy. Dutch members get free shipping on pharmacy orders.

What kills ear mites instantly?

Ear mites are easily treatable with an ear mite medicine for cats, but there is no treatment that kills them instantly. Because of the length of an ear mite’s life cycle, it may take at least 3 weeks to fully kill them and get your cat back to feeling normal.

What types of ear mite medicine for cats are available?

Medicine for ear mites in cats come in a range of forms. Ear flushes and cleansing solutions allow you to fully rinse your cat’s ears. Drops like Eradimite Ear Drops and Otomite Plus, on the other hand, use a very small amount of medication to kill ear mites. 

Dutch carries both prescription ear mite medicine for cats and over-the-counter ear mite medicine for cats. Talk to your vet about your cat’s ear mites. They will recommend the best ear mite medicine for your cat’s condition.

How do I administer ear mite medicine for cats?

Each medicine for ear mites in cats has its own specific administration instructions. Flushes and cleanses are liberally applied into the ear canal and massaged into your cat’s ear. When finished, you’ll use a cotton ball to remove any excess solution. Drops are simply dripped into your cat’s ears and allowed to absorb. 

It’s important to follow your vet’s instructions whenever administering medicine for cat ear mites. Even if the mites appear to be gone partway through the treatment, finish the full treatment as instructed. That way, you can be sure to kill ear mites at every stage of their life cycle. If not, you may run the risk of reinfestation.

Are there any side effects of ear mite medicine for cats?

Some cats may be allergic to medicine for ear mites in cats. This can cause symptoms like excessive ear wax, skin abnormalities, bald spots, and more, mainly appearing on the head and ears. If you think your cat may be experiencing an allergy, contact your vet.

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