Best Pet Ear &amp; Eye Care Medications

Effective & Gentle

A gentle treatment for numerous types of persistent ear problems in dogs and cats that's made with natural enzymes.

Treats recurrent ear infections caused by fungal, yeast, and bacterial infections with a trio of enzymatic ingredients. Made with a low dose of hydrocortisone that soothes symptoms and inflammation until issues are resolved. Well-tolerated by most cats and dogs with few side effects.

Antimicrobial Ophthalmic Gel for Pets

Severe infections may require a stronger treatment, but most pet owners who have used it rave about its effectiveness.

Best Bang for the Buck

Vetericyn

Soothes Irritated Eyes

This soothing gel keeps eyes moisturized, and acts as a preventative against inflammation and infection. Can ease pet's urge to paw at their eyes by calming discomfort.

Benefits eyes by increasing moisture, which could help prevent irritation and infection. Doesn't contain harsh ingredients or antibiotics. A good choice for cats and dogs that are prone to watery, red, inflamed eyes. Can be used for horses too.

Gel-like consistency makes it challenging to apply to some cats' eyes. Won't work for established infections.

Animax

Ointment for Dogs & Cats

For the Ears and Skin

A Neomycin-based treatment that works well for various skin and ear issues. If you need an antibiotic for ear infections in your cat or dog, this ointment works well and is easy to administer.

An ointment form of antibiotic that is prescribed to treat severe or persistent ear infections. May also be used to treat canine infections of the anal glands, and some inflammatory skin conditions. Also contains Nystatin, which treats some fungal infections.

R-7M Ear Mite Treatment for Dogs & Cats

Made with a steroid ingredient that could cause side effects in sensitive animals, including excessive urination. Not recommended for long-term use.

Miracle Care

Treats Ear Mites

Liquid medication that treats parasitic ear infections, especially mites that can result in scratching and discomfort if left untreated.

Formulated with pyrethrin that targets and treats ear mites, a parasite that causes pets to scratch and leads to irritation. Calms symptoms that come with infestations. Also helps control ticks. Doesn't have an offensive odor.

Ophthalmic Ointment for Dogs & Cats

May not work on major infestations that have led to secondary ear infections. May sting for a few seconds when placed in the ears.

Neo-Poly-Bac (Generic)

Treats Eye Infections

An effective treatment for pet eye infections that is tolerated well by most dogs and cats. Makes most pets' eyes feel better as it fights infections.

Formulated with neomycin, Polymyxin, and bacitracin to treat numerous types of eye infections in dogs and cats. Soothes irritation and calms swelling. Ointment is easy to use.