{"product_id":"otovent-adults-glue-ear-treatment","title":"Otovent® for Adults – Glue Ear, Eustachian Tube \u0026 Ear Pressure Kit (10 Balloons)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOtovent® is the only clinically proven, drug-free and non-surgical treatment for glue ear (Otitis Media with Effusion) and Eustachian tube dysfunction in adults.\u003c\/strong\u003e Around one in three glue ear sufferers is an adult, and the condition often follows a cold or flu, causing dulled hearing, ear pain, dizziness or a constant \"blocked\" feeling. Otovent's calibrated nasal balloon uses a technique called \u003cstrong\u003eautoinflation\u003c\/strong\u003e to safely open the Eustachian tube — relieving pressure, restoring hearing, and helping fluid drain naturally. The Adult kit contains a reusable nose piece and \u003cstrong\u003e10 balloons\u003c\/strong\u003e for extended treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy adults choose Otovent\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNICE-recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e non-surgical option, backed by clinical trials and a Cochrane Review.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrug-free\u003c\/strong\u003e — safe alongside other medication, no side-effect risk from antibiotics or decongestants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast relief for blocked ears\u003c\/strong\u003e after colds, flu, sinus congestion or barotrauma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for frequent flyers, divers \u0026amp; high-altitude travellers\u003c\/strong\u003e — equalises middle ear pressure on demand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable\u003c\/strong\u003e — 10 balloons per kit, each usable up to 20 times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree companion app\u003c\/strong\u003e to track sessions and set reminders (iOS \u0026amp; Android).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMDR-compliant medical device\u003c\/strong\u003e with calibrated resistance for consistent, safe pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsed in over 2 million treatments\u003c\/strong\u003e across 25+ years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is glue ear in adults?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlue ear — clinically known as \u003cem\u003eOtitis Media with Effusion (OME)\u003c\/em\u003e — is a common condition in which the middle ear fills with fluid instead of air. It usually follows a cold, flu or sinus infection. The Eustachian tube (which normally opens when you swallow or yawn to equalise pressure) becomes blocked, negative pressure builds in the middle ear, and thick \"glue-like\" fluid collects behind the eardrum. Hearing becomes muffled and communication at work or socially can become difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSymptoms of glue ear \u0026amp; Eustachian tube dysfunction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuffled or reduced hearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \"blocked\" or \"full\" feeling in one or both ears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEar ache or discomfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVertigo, dizziness or balance problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNausea in more severe cases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopping, clicking or crackling sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty equalising pressure when flying, diving or driving over mountain passes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Otovent works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOtovent uses \u003cstrong\u003eautoinflation\u003c\/strong\u003e. You inflate a specially calibrated balloon through one nostril, generating positive pressure in the nasopharynx. That pressure gently opens the Eustachian tube, equalising middle ear pressure and allowing trapped fluid to drain naturally down the back of the throat. Both the inflation and deflation phases contribute — a mechanism no other over-the-counter option replicates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree simple steps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnect\u003c\/strong\u003e — attach a balloon to the nose piece. Hold it firmly against one nostril and press the other nostril closed with your index finger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInflate\u003c\/strong\u003e — take a deep breath, close your mouth, and gently but firmly inflate the balloon to about the size of a grapefruit (10–12 cm). Swallow 1–3 times while the balloon is inflated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepeat\u003c\/strong\u003e — swap to the other nostril and repeat. Success feels like a small \"pop\" or click in the ear as pressure equalises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;width:100%;max-width:800px;margin:24px 0;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/ymuvV5QUMqE?rel=0\u0026amp;modestbranding=1\" title=\"How to use Otovent for adults – demonstration video\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" allow=\"accelerometer; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended treatment schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 times a day (morning, midday, evening) — one inflation per nostril each time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 2 onwards:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 times a day (morning and evening).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach balloon can be inflated up to \u003cstrong\u003e20 times\u003c\/strong\u003e before replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull therapeutic effect may take several weeks to a few months of consistent use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor flying: use once before boarding, once during descent, and once after landing as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × reusable Otovent® nose piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 × calibrated Otovent® balloons (single-user)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarry case for storage \u0026amp; travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIllustrated instructions for use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlso useful for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir travel\u003c\/strong\u003e — prevent and relieve ear pain during ascent, descent and cabin pressure changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScuba diving\u003c\/strong\u003e — assist with pressure equalisation before descent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-altitude travel\u003c\/strong\u003e — mountain passes, hiking, skiing, or altitude changes that affect the ears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-cold or post-flu blocked ears\u003c\/strong\u003e — clear residual pressure without medication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarotrauma recovery\u003c\/strong\u003e (once cleared by a healthcare professional).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical evidence at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNICE Medtech Innovation Briefing (March 2016)\u003c\/strong\u003e — four randomised controlled trials confirmed significant improvement in middle ear function versus standard care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCochrane Database of Systematic Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e (Perera et al., 2013) — autoinflation for hearing loss associated with OME.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWilliamson et al., CMAJ 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e — open randomised controlled trial in primary care, n=320.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStangerup et al., Archives of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, 1992\u003c\/strong\u003e — foundational autoinflation study.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlanshard et al., Clinical Otolaryngology 1993\u003c\/strong\u003e — conservative treatment of OME by autoinflation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant safety information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not use\u003c\/strong\u003e during an active cold, ear infection or upper respiratory tract infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContraindicated in cases of severe nasal septal deformity, repaired cleft lip or palate, or scarred eardrums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe balloons contain \u003cstrong\u003elatex\u003c\/strong\u003e — consult a healthcare professional first if you have a latex allergy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRare, transient side effects can include earache, headache, dizziness or minor nosebleeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you experience severe pain, sudden hearing loss, or symptoms persist beyond a few weeks, consult a doctor or ENT specialist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly use official Otovent® balloons — toy balloons will not deliver the correct pressure and may cause treatment failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot a substitute for medical diagnosis. If you are unsure whether you have glue ear, consult a healthcare professional first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow quickly will I feel results?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany users notice improvement within days of starting consistent treatment. Full effect typically develops over several weeks. Early intervention produces the best outcomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use Otovent on a plane?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Otovent is well suited to preventing and relieving ear pressure before boarding, during descent, and after landing. It's also useful before scuba diving and at altitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use Otovent if I have a cold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Do not use during a cold, ear infection or upper respiratory tract infection. Wait until symptoms have cleared before resuming treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is Otovent different from Valsalva?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Valsalva manoeuvre relies on forceful exhalation against a closed nose and mouth, which can be difficult to control and may generate too much pressure. Otovent's balloon is calibrated to deliver \u003cstrong\u003ea consistent, safe pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e every time, and works via the more effective nasal-balloon autoinflation mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I clean the nose piece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse with mild detergent and warm tap water when needed. Do not clean the balloons — replace them after 20 inflations. Store the nose piece and balloons in the carry case, away from direct light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a prescription?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo prescription is required to purchase Otovent in South Africa. It is a Class I medical device intended for over-the-counter use. If your symptoms are persistent or severe, please consult a doctor or ENT specialist first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does one kit last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Adult kit's 10 balloons, at 20 inflations each, provide up to 200 inflations in total — enough for months of treatment based on the recommended schedule. Replacement balloon packs are available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the manufacturer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOtovent® is manufactured by Circius Pharma (Sweden) and distributed in Southern Africa by Creatori Health. 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