Gentamicin (NA)
Otogen Ear Drop fights the infection by stopping the growth of bacteria. This helps to resolve your symptoms and cures the underlying infection. Follow your doctor’s instructions precisely for administering this medicine in the ear. Wait for at least 5 minutes before applying any other medication to the same ear. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. 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.It is a broad-spectrum type of antibiotic effective in killing many types of bacteria. However, it will not work for other types of ear infections (e.g., viral) and therefore, should only be used if prescribed by your doctor. Unnecessary use of any antibiotic can lead to a decrease in its effectiveness in the future.Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include temporary ear irritation and burning sensation after administration. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Otogen
5 ml Ear Drop
Risen Pharmaceuticals
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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.
Otogen Ear Drop is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the ear by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This treats your ear infection.
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Otogen Ear Drop is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Otogen Ear Drop is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Otogen Ear Drop is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Otogen Ear Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
No, you should not stop using Otogen Ear Drop suddenly without talking to your doctor. This is because your symptoms may worsen and your infection may return. You may experience improvement in your symptoms before the infection is completely cleared. Therefore, for better results, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration. Stopping the medication too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence prevent complete healing.
If you forget to use Otogen Ear Drop, do not worry and continue using Otogen Ear Drop as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
Use of Otogen Ear Drop should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Otogen Ear Drop or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Otogen Ear Drop for the first time, consult your doctor.
Keep Otogen Ear Drop in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.
