Otosporin Ear Drops 5Ml
It is a bactericidal preparation active against all the pathogens commonly found in bacterial infections of the ear
It is a bactericidal preparation active against all the pathogens commonly found in bacterial infections of the ear. Polymixin B is bactericidal against a wide range of gram negative bacilli including Pseudomonas Spp., Escherichia coli, Enterobacter Spp., Klebsiella Spp., and Haemophilus influenzae. It exerts a bactericidal effect by binding to acid phospholipids in the cell wall and membranes of the bacterium, thereby rendering ineffective the osmotic barrier normally provided by the cell membrane. This leads to escape of the cell contents and the death of the organism.Neomycin sulphate is bactericidal against a wide range of gram positive and negative bacterial pathogens including Staphylococci, Streptococci, Escherichia, Enterobacter, Klebsiella, Haemophilus, Proteus, Salmonella and Shigella species. It is also active against some strains of the Pseudomonas aeruginosa and against Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Neisseria gonorrhoea. Neomycin exerts its bactericidal effect by interfering with the protein synthesis of susceptible organisms.
Purpose
Ear Infection
Ingredients
Polymyxin B , Neomycin , Hydrocortisone
Warnings
Occasionally, delayed hypersensitivity to corticosteriods may occur. Treatment with topical steroid antibiotic combinations is advised to not be continued for more than seven days in the absence of any clinical improvement, since prolonged use may lead to extension of infection due to the masking effect of the steroid. Prolonged use may also lead to skin sensitisation and the emergence of resistant organisms.
Following significant systemic absorption, aminoglycosides such as neomycin can cause irreversible ototoxicity; neomycin and polymyxin B sulphate have nephrotoxic potential and polymyxin B sulphate has neurotoxic potential .
All topically active corticosteroids possess the potential to suppress the pituitary-adrenal axis following systemic absorption. Development of adverse systemic effects due to the hydrocortisone component of these Ear Drops is considered to be unlikely, although the recommended dosage is advised to not be exceeded, particularly in infants.
Side Effects
Stinging and burning .
Storage Instructions
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
| Brand | GSK |
| Status | Active |