Otovent® System combination pack (1 nose piece + 15 balloons), 1 ST

Otovent® is a nasal balloon (medical device) for ventilating the Eustachian tube to relieve negative pressure in the middle ear.

Otovent® consists of two parts, a latex balloon and a polypropylene nose piece, which are joined together before use. It is a non-sterile, reusable medical device.

• Field of application: Otovent® is intended for the treatment of negative pressure in the middle ear.

Who can use Otovent®?

Otovent® can be used by adults and children from the age of 3. Children must always be treated under adult supervision.

How does Otovent® work?

Otovent® helps to equalise the pressure in the middle ear by inflating a balloon through the nose using the autoinflation technique. Auto-inflation with a nasal balloon increases the nasal pressure and thus allows the Eustachian tube to open.

Dosage form

Combination pack (1 nasal piece + 15 balloons)

Application

• For tympanic effusion (blocked ear): During the first week of treatment, Otovent® should be used at least three times a day (morning, midday, evening) with one blow into each nostril. After one week, Otovent® should be used at least twice a day (morning and evening). Treatment may take longer than one month and several months of treatment may be required for maximum clinical effect. Consult your doctor after 2-3 weeks to decide whether treatment should be continued.
• For relief of symptoms after flying, diving or hyperbaric chamber treatment: When used in conjunction with flying, Otovent® should be applied 3-4 times as soon as descent begins. If symptoms persist, treatment can be continued after landing. Otovent® can be used before/after diving and during/after a hyperbaric chamber treatment to relieve symptoms.

Step-by-step instructions:

1. The nose piece must be clean.
2. Connect the nasal balloon over the flat end of the nose piece.
3. Hold the spherical part of the nose piece firmly against your left nostril with your left hand. Hold your right nostril together with your right index finger.
4. Inhale deeply through your mouth, then close your mouth and inflate the nasal balloon by blowing through your left nostril until the nasal balloon is the size of a grapefruit (10-12 cm).
5. Swallow a few times with the inflated nasal balloon still pressed firmly against your nostril.
6. Repeat the process through your right nostril. It may take some practice to learn how to use Otovent®. Slightly pre-stretching the nasal balloon before first use can facilitate ventilation.

Care: Clean the nose piece after use with a mild detergent and rinse with clean water. Dispose of the nasal balloon after it has been used 20 times.