Otobiotic AB Ear Drop
Otobiotic AB Ear Drop is a combination of two medicines. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear. It stops the growth of bacteria and helps in relieving redness, itching, swelling, and other symptoms caused by the infection.
Otobiotic AB Ear Drop
Basic Information
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Otobiotic AB Ear Drop is a combination of two medicines. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear. It stops the growth of bacteria and helps in relieving redness, itching, swelling, and other symptoms caused by the infection.
Otobiotic AB Ear Drop is a combination of two medicines. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear. It stops the growth of bacteria and helps in relieving redness, itching, swelling, and other symptoms caused by the infection.
Otobiotic AB Ear Drop is to be used only in the affected ear. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
The most common side effects include discomfort and irritation at the application site. If this side effect persists for a longer duration, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water. Before using the medicine, inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any ingredients of this medicine or if you are taking any other medication.
03Uses
Treatment of Bacterial infections
04How To Use
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.
05How It Works
Otobiotic AB Ear Drop is a combination of two medicines: Ofloxacin and Dexamethasone. Ofloxacin is an antibiotic which prevents bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. This treats your ear infection. Dexamethasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the ear red, swollen and itchy.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Otobiotic AB Ear Drop?
A: If you miss a dose of Otobiotic AB Ear Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Otobiotic AB Ear Drop is used to treat infections in the ear caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve swelling, redness and itching in the ears. Use Otobiotic AB Ear Drop once or twice a day for 7 to 14 days, or as prescribed by the doctor. Your symptoms might improve after using Otobiotic AB Ear Drop. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
08Side Effects
Application site irritation
Ear discomfort
Eye irritation
Eye discomfort
Increased intraocular pressure
Burning eyes
Eye itching
Blurred vision
09Safety Information
Alcohol:
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Otobiotic AB Ear Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Otobiotic AB 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
10Drug Tips
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Do not touch the tip to any surface to avoid contamination.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication to avoid dilution.
Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if your condition hasn’t improved after seven days of treatment.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
References
Sources and references
Ofloxacin. Toronto, Ontario: Apotex Inc.; 2015. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: View
