Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial and fungal infections of the ear. An ear infection occurs when the bacteria or fungi affect the middle or outer ear, leading to pain and inflammation. Infection of the middle ear (air-filled space behind the eardrum) is known as otitis media. In contrast, the inflammation of the external/outer ear canal that runs from the eardrum to the outside of the head is known as otitis externa.

Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml is a combination of four drugs, namely: Beclometasone (corticosteroid), Clotrimazole (antifungal), Lidocaine (local anesthetic), and Neomycin (antibiotic). Beclometasone belongs to steroids that work by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Thereby, reduces the redness and swelling caused due to bacterial infections. Clotrimazole belongs to the class of antifungals that works by damaging the fungal cell membranes and kills fungi. Lidocaine is a local anesthetic that decreases pain sensation by preventing pain signals from nerves to the brain. Neomycin belongs to the class of antibiotics that works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thereby, it destroys bacteria.  

Use Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml is only for use in ears. You are advised to use Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience mild irritation, stinging, or burning sensation in the ear. Most of these side effects of Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml. Avoid contact of Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml with nose, mouth, or eyes. In case Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. If you experience ear discharge, drainage, or worsening pain, stop using Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml, and please consult a doctor immediately.

Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml contains Beclometasone, Clotrimazole, Lidocaine, and Neomycin used to treat ear infections. Beclometasone is a steroid that inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Thereby, reduces the redness and swelling caused due to bacterial infections. Clotrimazole is an antifungal that damages the fungal cell membranes and kills fungi. Lidocaine is a local anesthetic that decreases pain sensation by preventing pain signals from nerves to the brain. Neomycin is an antibiotic that inhibits the production of essential proteins necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thereby, it destroys bacteria.  

• Mild irritation, stinging, or burning sensation in the ear

If you are allergic to Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml. You are recommended to complete the full course of treatment as discontinuing Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml suddenly may worsen the infection. Avoid contact of Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml with nose, mouth, or eyes. In case Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. If you experience ear discharge, drainage, or worsening pain, stop using Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml, and please consult a doctor immediately. Please do not touch the container's tip to the ear or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml. If you are using any other drops or remedies in the ear, inform your doctor before using Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml.

Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have epilepsy, psychiatric or severe systemic illnesses, kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml.

• Include fruits, vegetables, high-quality proteins, and whole wheat grains in your diet to strengthen the immune system.
• Avoid getting things like shampoo, soap, and water into the ear as it can cause itching.
• Do not poke or scratch the ear as it can cause damage to the ear canal, leading to inflammation. The inflamed skin can be infected by bacteria or fungi, which can cause infections in the ear.
• Wash your hands often.
• Avoid second-hand smoke.
• Stay healthy as immunity prevents infections.

• Do not touch the dropper tip as it may contaminate the contents. Do not put any cotton into the ear after the administration of ear drops.
• Discard any unused medicine after the completion of the course of treatment.
• Otiflox Ear Drops 5 ml is an otic solution which is to be used only to treat infected ears; do not instill in the eyes.

Ear infections: An ear infection occurs when fungi or bacteria affect the middle or outer ear, leading to pain and inflammation. Also, when the Eustachian tubes (small tubes that run from each ear to the back of the throat) become blocked or swollen, ear infections occur. Infection of the middle ear (air-filled space behind the eardrum) is known as otitis media. In contrast, the inflammation of the external/outer ear canal that runs from the eardrum to the outside of the head is known as otitis externa. Ear infections can be painful due to inflammation and fluid build-up. Symptoms include discomfort or pain inside the ear, pus or fluid-like drainage from the ear, pressure inside the ear, and hearing loss.