Otek Af Ear Drops

Composition of Otek Af Ear Drops

Otek Af Ear Drops contains Lignocaine (2%w/v) + Clotrimazole (1%w/v). It belongs to the First-aid agent and Antifungal class of medicines.

Uses of Otek Af Ear Drops

Otek-AF Ear Drop is used in the treatment of fungal infections.

Key benefits

• Immediate care for minor injuries
• Acts directly on the infected skin
• Little absorption into the body

How Otek Af Ear Drops works

Otek-AF Ear Drop is a combination of two medicines: Lidocaine/Lignocaine and Clotrimazole, which treats ear infections. Lidocaine/Lignocaine is a local anesthetic which works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain, thereby decreasing pain sensation in the ear. Clotrimazole is an antifungal which stops the growth of fungi in the ear by preventing them from forming their own protective covering.

How to take Otek Af Ear Drops

Warm the bottle by holding it in your hand for a minute, lie with the affected ear facing up, put the drops in and stay in that position for a few minutes. Do not let the dropper tip touch the ear. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next application, skip the missed one — applying extra does not make up for it.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine is unlikely from external use. It is unlikely from skin use; swallowing the preparation may cause stomach upset. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Otek Af Ear Drops

Most side effects of Otek Af are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Local irritation
• Redness
• Stinging
• Burning or stinging
• Itching
• Dryness
• Peeling

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Otek Af Ear Drops

Warnings and precautions

For external use only, unless the pack says otherwise. See a doctor for a deep, dirty or heavily bleeding wound, an animal bite, or any wound showing signs of infection. Check that your tetanus cover is current after any dirty or penetrating wound. Keep applying for the full period your doctor stated, usually two to four weeks, and for a week or two after the rash has cleared. Stopping when it looks better is why ringworm keeps coming back. Apply a little beyond the visible edge of the patch — the fungus extends further than the redness. Do not use a combination cream containing a steroid on a fungal infection unless a doctor has specifically prescribed it. The steroid calms the redness while the fungus spreads underneath. See a doctor if the rash covers a large area, involves the scalp or nails, or has not improved in two weeks — these usually need tablets as well.

Do not take Otek Af if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for use on large burns or deep wounds without medical advice. For external use only. Not for use in the eyes.

Interactions with other medicines

No significant interactions are expected. No significant interactions are expected from preparations used on the skin.

How to store Otek Af Ear Drops

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Discard the bottle one month after you first open it. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Otek Af Ear Drops

Clean the wound first, then apply, and keep it covered and dry. Keep the area clean and completely dry — fungus thrives in moisture and sweat. Wear loose cotton clothing, change it daily, and wash clothes and towels in hot water. Do not share towels, and treat affected family members at the same time.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

FDC LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

First-aid preparation and Topical antifungal

Drug class:

First-aid agent and Antifungal