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Treatment of the following infections by ofloxacin-susceptible strains of Staphylococcus, Streptococcus and Proteus spp, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Haemophilus influenzae.
Chronic suppurative otitis media, otitis media with tympanostomy tube, otitis externa.
Effexin Otic Soultion (ear drop) 0.3%
- Product Code: Otic Solution
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Contents
Ofloxacin
Indications/Uses
Otitis media
Adult: Chronic suppurative cases with perforated tympanic membranes: As 0.3% otic solution: Instill 10 drops (1.5 mg) into the canal of the affected ear(s) bid for 14 days.
Child: ≥12 years Same as adult dose.
Child: ≥12 years Same as adult dose.
Otic/Aural
Acute otitis media
Child: With tympanostomy tubes: 1-12 years As 0.3% otic solution: Instill 5 drops (0.75 mg) into the canal of the affected ear(s) bid for 10 days.
Otic/Aural
Otitis externa
Adult: As 0.3% otic solution: Instill 10 drops (1.5 mg) into the canal of the affected ear(s) once daily for 7 days.
Child: 6 months to 13 years Instill 5 drops (0.75 mg) into the canal of the affected ear(s) once daily for 7 days; >13 years Same as adult dose.
Child: 6 months to 13 years Instill 5 drops (0.75 mg) into the canal of the affected ear(s) once daily for 7 days; >13 years Same as adult dose.
Alcohol Warning (Not Advisable)
Although there is no interaction between Effexin Otic Soultion with alcohol, it is better to avoid consuming alcohol while on this medication because of the side effects of gastrointestinal disturbances and hypersensitive reactions.
Pregnancy Warning (Not Safe)
Precautions should be made when using Effexin Otic Soultion especially in the 1st trimester because studies in animals have revealed side effects on the fetus and there are not enough controlled studies in women and animals are not available. It is only to be given with prescription by the doctor after considering the potential benefits justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Breastfeeding Warning (Limited Data)
Effexin Otic Soultion is excreted minimally in the breast milk. However, the use in lactating mothers is acceptable with monitoring of the infant for any possible effects like diarrhea or candidiasis. It is suggested for the mothers to avoid breastfeeding for 4 to 6 hours after taking Effexin Otic Soultion.
Driving Warning (Not Advisable)
It is not advisable for the patient to drive while on Effexin Otic Soultion as the side effects like headache, dizziness, tendinitis and pruritus may disturb the concentration while driving.
Kidney Warning (Use With Care)
The dose of Effexin Otic Soultion should be reduced and adjusted after the initial dose in patients with kidney problems and should be determined by creatinine clearance or plasma creatinine level.
Liver Warning (Limited Data)
In patients with liver problems, the clearance of Effexin Otic Soultion is reduced so it is recommended that the dose should not exceed 400 mg per day. It also may damage the liver function and causing fulminant hepatitis that is potentially leading to liver failure.
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