Can I use Revolution on my cat with ear mites and an ear hematoma?

If you are noticing redness after the treatment, stop using it. Duchess could be having a reaction to the medication. Revolution applied to the back of the neck will kill ear mites but the treatment must continue for 2-3 months. Use a routine ear cleaner during this time to help clean out the ear wax. Other treatments are also available for ear mite treatment. I recommend to talk with your veterinarian about alternative treatments. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

Cute kitty! It may take 3-4 weeks for the revolution to completely rid the infection. You can purchase Eradimite or Otomite without a prescription and this may help rid the infection more quickly. Not sure if the Zymox you’re using is the treatment drops (which are great) or the cleanser (also a great product) but if it’s not the cleanser you are using already, then get some type of ear cleanser to help break up the “gunk” and get them out of there. Thanks for asking Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

The ear mites need to be treated before surgery is performed on the hematoma. There are some ear mite treatments available at pet stores, but their quality isn't as good as prescription medications. I would recommend calling your local emergency clinic to see if they even carry ear mite medications - some don't carry them in stock.

I would caution against using Hartz to treat ear mites. That's because it's an OTC medication, and it will not be as effective as medication you can get from the vet. I would recommend getting Revolution. It's a spot on flea treatment that also kill ear mites. You don't put it into their ears, but apply it on the back of the head where they can't lick it. I recommend using that on Benji.

Place an e-collar (cone) on him to prevent further trauma. Have him examined by your veterinarian or at the nearest veterinary ER. He may need antibiotics for infection as well as pain management. Once the infection is under control, an ear mite medication can be administered. Acarexx is a mite specific medication that will kill most mites with a single treatment. Severe cases may need multiple treatment. Topicals such as Revolution or Advantage Multi may also be used to treat mite infection.

I don't know exactly what the pharmaceutical company's contention is, but in general I find that the mites are usually dead 6-24 hours. The discomfort associated with the infestation can still last for days after the pests are exterminated however. Hope this helps.

I would be very concerned that Molasses is lethargic from giving her ear medication with pyrethrins. Cats are exquisitely sensitive to pyrethrins, and if you notice her having fully body tremors, I would have her seen by a vet immediately. Given than you've tried Revolution at home and it hasn't worked, she does have to see a vet. I would recommend trying any more treatments unless under veterinary supervision, as you may accidentally do more harm than good. It's important to have any ear problems examined and treated promptly by a vet, as leaving it untreated can lead to hearing loss. I would have Molasses seen by a vet tomorrow.