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Hydrocortisone/chloroxylenol/pramoxine - otic drops

(hi-dro-kor-tih-sown/klor-oh-zigh-len-ohl/pram-ox-een)

common brand names: Cortane-B, Cortic, Exotic-HC, Otomar-HC

Exotic HC Usage: this drug is used to treat external ear infections.

How to use Exotic HC: for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. since accuracy & to avoid contamination, have another human insert the drops if possible. To apply ear drops, wash hands first. To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your ear or any other surface. Lie on your side or tilt the affected ear upward. Place the dropper directly over ear and administer the prescribed number of drops (3 or four drops used three or four times daily or as directed). To help drops roll into ear (for adults) hold earlobe up & back or (for children) hold the earlobe down & back. Keep the head tilted for about two minutes or insert a soft cotton plug if so directed (consult your pharmacist). do not rinse dropper. Replace cap after use. for best results, this med must be used for the full time prescribed, then promptly discontinue use. Stopping this pill too soon, however, may not clear the infection and may result in a reinfection. Treatment is for 10 days or as directed. If symptoms persist after 10 days, notify some your physician promptly. it medication should not be placed in ear if the eardrum is punctured.

Exotic HC side effects: Burning, itching, irritation, dryness, rash (or other skin problems) might occur. If these persist or worsen, notify your physician. Very unlikely but report promptly: unusual increase in urination, rounding out of face, fever, weakness, unusual weight loss, loss of appetite, bulging 'soft spot' on infant's head, headaches, vision problems. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Exotic HC Precautions: Before using this drug, tell your physician your medical history, including: allergies, especially med allergies), infections (e.g., varicella or vaccinia), chronic or prolonged, ear infection (e.g., chronic otitis media). this medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your pharmacist. It's not known whether this drug is excreted at to breast milk. Consult your healthcare professional before breast-feeding. Prolonged use (months) about it drug may require temporary use of supplemental corticosteroids (e.g., hydrocortisone) during severe stress (e.g., major surgery or severe injury, or serious infection). this warning applies for one year after stopping use about it drug. Be sure your pharmacist & healthcare professional know all about your past & present med use. kid may be more sensitive to the corticosteroid in it medication, though generally this med, used for short periods, is safe. Prolonged (months to years), continued treatment with corticosteroids may interfere with growth in children.

Exotic HC drug interactions: Tell your doctor about all nonprescription & prescription pill you may use. do not start or stop any medicine with-out healthcare professional or pharmacist approval.

Exotic HC Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. this medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

Exotic HC special notes: it tablet has been prescribed for youre current condition only. don't use this later for another infection or give this to someone else. different medication may be necessary in those cases.

If you missed Exotic HC dose: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If It's near time of next dose, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Exotic HC Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Active Ingredients : Hydrocortisone Chloroxylenol Pramoxine