Eustaton tube blockage?

[ftyflyboy]

Eustation tube blockage?

Hello,

I did a VFR XC flight this afternoon at 5,500ft. with a slight cold and now my left ear is completly blocked. Each fall I get either a cold and or allergy and would like to know if any over-the-counter medications are both approved by the FAA and effective.

...any remedy for the blocked ear?

Thanks,

Eric

 

[My Flight Surgeon]

Over the counter medication includes Claritin (a non-sedating antihistamine) and Afrin. You can only use Afrin for 3-5 days.

For the acute problem today, use the Afrin.

 

[Cessnaflyer]

Afrin works wonders but don't over use it because it makes the situation worse!

 

[My Flight Surgeon]

Agree ---- No More Than 5 Days!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!