Otomed Ear Drop
About Otomed Ear Drop
Otomed drop is an antibiotic drug and is composed of Ofloxacin, Beclometasone, Clotrimazole. It fights against bacterial infections. This drop inhibits the production of certain enzymes in the DNA of a bacteria, which are necessary for the survival and growth of this bacterial infections.
This medication can react with other medicines, therefore, it is advised to discuss with your doctor about other medications you are consuming. It should also not be taken by pregnant or breastfeeding women without taking medical help.
What are the uses of Otomed Ear Drop
Bacterial Infections
What are the contraindications of Otomed Ear Drop ?
Tendinitis Or Tendon Rupture
What are the side effects of Otomed Ear Drop ?
Ringing Or Buzzing In The Ears
Key highlights of Otomed Ear Drop
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medicine lasts for a duration of 12 to 20 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 to 2 hours of administration of the dose.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Use of this medicine is not recommended in pregnant women. Use only if clearly needed under the supervision of the doctor.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Breastfeeding women must take medical help before using this drop.
What are the substitutes for Otomed Ear Drop ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Otomed Ear Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Ercob 0.3%/0.025%/1% Ear Drop
Med Manor Organics Pvt Ltd
- Otiflox 0.3%/0.025%/1% Ear Drop
Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
How does this medication work?
This drop belongs to the class fluoroquinolones and is composed of Ofloxacin, Beclometasone, Clotrimazole. It works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial DNA gyrase enzyme, which is essential for DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination. This leads to expansion and destabilization of the bacterial DNA and causes cell death. Secondly, it is a synthetic glucocorticoid that specifically binds to cytoplasmic receptors. Lastly, it has both fungistatic and fungicidal actions. It binds to phospholipids in the fungal cell membrane and alters it''s permeability.
What are the interactions of Otomed Ear Drop ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Interaction with Lab Test
Lab
Information not available.Interaction with Food
Dairy products
The desired effect of Otomed Ear Drop is not observed if consumed with dairy products. There should be at least 2 hours gap between taking Otomed Ear Drop and dairy products.
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