Drep Ear Drop

Drep Ear Drop ir used to treat ear infections. It works by preventing the growth of microorganisms responsible to cause infection in the ears. Along with this it also provides relief from the symptoms associated with it like pain, irritation and itchiness.

Drep Ear Drops is a blend of four drugs which are Lidocaine, Clotrimazole, Beclometasone, and Ofloxacin. Lidocaine is a local anesthetic. It performs its action by obstructing pain signals from the nerves to the brain to reduce pain sensation in the ear. Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication which inhibits fungal development.

Ofloxacin is an antibiotic that prevents bacterial cells from growth. Beclometasone is a steroidal drug which inhibits the production of prostaglandins that make the ear red, swollen and itchy. This treats the ear infection. All these drugs together treat the ear infection.

It provides Temporary relief of pain associated with serous otitis media, swimmer's ear, and otitis externa. It is contraindicated in children <1 year of age, secondary bacterial infection of the area and ophthalmic use.

Drep Ear Drops has some common adverse effects which can be extraordinary or extreme, relies on the clinical state of the patient. Here are some antagonistic impacts of this drop which are as per the following;

• Ear discomfort
• Application site irritation.

Before using this medicine talk to your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding; if you are taking any other medicine; tell your doctor about any known allergies you might have; if you have diabetes or skin irritation.

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• Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

• Hypersensitivity

• Application Site Irritation

• Ear Discomfort

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is extremely unsafe to be used during pregnancy. Studies carried out on humans and animals have shown significant adverse effects on the fetus. Doctor consultation is recommended in such cases.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication can be given to the women who are breastfeeding but only after evaluating the benefits and risks with the doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies have been found.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  No interaction found.

• Does this affect liver function?

  No interaction found.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Drep Ear Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Clodibiotic Ear Drop

  Galpha Laboratories Ltd

• Ofodol Ear Drop

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Myclin O 2% w/v/1

  Sunways India Pvt Ltd

• Bestoflox Cl Ear Drop

  BestoChem Formulations India Ltd

• Oto-Sap Ear Drop

  Sapient Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Otolux O Ear Drop

  Chethana Pharmaceuticals

• Mix Biotic Ear Drop

  Nri Vision Care Pvt Ltd

• Audotic Ear Drop

  Kaizen Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Otiflox Ear Drop

  Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Otorest Ear Drop

  Optica Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

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

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  In case of overdose, consult your doctor.

Drep Ear Drops is a local anesthetic and antiarrhythmic that works by stabilizing the neuronal membrane by blocking the voltage-gated sodium channels. It inhibits depolarization of the postsynaptic nerve that prevents the transmission of pain signals. It also works as an antibacterial and prevents bacterial infection in the ear.

• Ques : What is Drep ear drop?

  Ans : This is a medication which has Beclomethasone, Clotrimazole, Lidocaine and Ofloxacin as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by restricting the growth of fungi, killing the infection causing bacteria, making breathing easier by decreasing the irritation and inflammation of the air passages.

• Ques : What are the uses of Drep ear drop?

  Ans : Drep Ear Drops is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions of ear infection.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Drep ear drop?

  Ans : Drep Ear Drops has some commonly reported side effects such as Burning, Burn, Itching, Irritation, Redness, Swelling, Stomach pain, Fever, Foul-smelling discharge if using the vaginal product, Upset stomach, etc.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Drep ear drop?

  Ans : Store this medication in a cool dry place and keep it in the original pack or container until it is time to take them. Store this medication out of sight and reach of children. Unused medicines should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children and other people cannot consume them.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Drep Ear Drop before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : Drep Ear Drops takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions. It would be ideal if you note, it doesn't mean you will begin to notice such health improvement in a similar time span as different patients.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Drep Ear Drop?

  Ans : Contraindication to Drep drops. In addition, this medication should not be used if you have the following conditions such as Epilepsy, First trimester of pregnancy, Hypersensitivity, Hypersensitivity to imidazole, Lactation, etc.

• Ques : Is Drep Ear Drop safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : Drep Ear Drops is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Ques : Will Drep Ear Drop be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this medication can lead to increased chances of side effects such as Headache, Diarrhea, Photosensitivity, Nausea Hallucination, Sinus tachycardia, Insomnia, etc.

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• Beclometasone- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 25 April 2019]. Available from:

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• Clotrimazole- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:

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• Ofloxacin- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:

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• Ofloxacin- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 09 May 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01165