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Product introduction

Otiflam Ear Drop is a medicine used in the treatment of various types of ear infections. It prevents the growth of microorganisms that cause infection in the ears. It also relieves the symptoms of inflammation such as pain, itchiness, and irritation.

Otiflam Ear Drop is a combination of four medicines: Otiflam Ear Drop1, Otiflam Ear Drop2, Otiflam Ear Drop3, and Otiflam Ear Drop4, which treats eye and ear infection.

Uses of Otiflam Ear Drop

Benefits of Otiflam Ear Drop

In Treatment of Ear infection

Otiflam Ear Drop is a combination of medicines used to treat ear infections caused by microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi. It works by killing and stopping the growth of infection-causing microorganisms, thereby clearing the infection. It also blocks the release of chemicals that cause symptoms such as itching, redness, swelling, and ear discharge. Therefore this medicine relieves the inflammation due to these infections.

You should use this medicine for as long as it is prescribed, even if your symptoms disappear, otherwise they may come back. Depending on the type of infection you are treating, this may be several weeks. Even after your infection is completely cured, you may have to use it occasionally to prevent the symptoms from returning.

Side effects of Otiflam Ear Drop

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Otiflam

  • Ear discomfort
  • Application site irritation

How to use Otiflam Ear Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside ear.

How Otiflam Ear Drop works

Otiflam Ear Drop is a combination of four medicines: Lidocaine, Clotrimazole, Beclometasone and Ofloxacin. Lidocaine is a local anesthetic which works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain to decrease pain sensationin the ear. Clotrimazole is an antifungal which stops the growth of fungi while Ofloxacin is an antibiotic that prevents bacterial cells from dividing and repairing. This treats your ear infection. Beclometasone is a steroid. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the ear red, swollen and itchy.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Otiflam Ear Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Otiflam Ear Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Otiflam Ear Drop?

If you miss a dose of Otiflam Ear Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Otiflam Ear Drop for the treatment of ear infections.
  • Finish the prescribed dose even if you feel better as stopping the treatment earlier may reverse the symptoms.
  • Do not touch the tip of the dropper, or of your ear to prevent contamination.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice mild irritation in the ear, dizziness, headache, earache, or changes in taste may occur.
  • Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
  • Your doctor has prescribed Otiflam Ear Drop for the treatment of ear infections.
  • Finish the prescribed dose even if you feel better as stopping the treatment earlier may reverse the symptoms.
  • Do not touch the tip of the dropper, or of your ear to prevent contamination.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice mild irritation in the ear, dizziness, headache, earache, or changes in taste may occur.
  • Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

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OTOLOGICALS

Patient concerns

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My son is suffering from ear pain for last 5 days. Aoxicillin 400mg twice a day is given by Doctor. Otiflam two drops twice a day & pacimol 5ml is given, but pain is not getting reduced. Today I gave 5ml ibuprofen syrup What action should I take to relieve by child from pain
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
Add nasal decongestant nasivion p nose drop 2, drop three ties a day
Ear itchin. And redness during day time more and decreased hearing loss pain sensitive
Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan
ENT
It can be ear infection with fungal infection. Get your ear checked by as ENT specialist
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FAQs

Will a higher than the recommended dose of Otiflam Ear Drop be more effective?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Otiflam Ear Drop?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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References

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Country of origin: India

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