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Thank you. The ear looks irritated as well. Often ear infections are brought on secondary to an allergic response. Is Harvey strictly indoors? Other pets? Any food or diet changes?
If it is possible to see your veterinarian that would be ideal. They can swab the ear to determine if it is bacteria, yeast, or just allergic reaction. They can then treat appropriately. Over the counter ear meds are usually ineffective, harsh, and often make matters worse.
I would not. To calm it until you can be seen you can use Claritin or Zyrtec allergy medication at ¼-1/2 of a 10 mg tablet once or twice daily. Start low and increase dose if needed. This is not a substitute for eliminating what is causing the reaction if possible. Crush into powder and mix in 1tsp favorite wet food.
Hope this helps, we try to answer your questions and concerns as best we can on this site without the benefit of a proper physical examination. Please appreciate that it is always advisable to seek local veterinary care if possible. Let me know if there is anything further I can help you with. Thanks so much, and kind regards!