Otinum ear drops 20% 10ml

Instruction for Otinum

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Otinum is a pharmacological group of drugs - non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for topical application. It is used for symptomatic treatment of inflammatory pathology of ENT organs.

Form of issue and composition

The drug Otinum is available in the form of ear drops. They are a yellow transparent solution with a characteristic odor. The main active substance of the drug is choline salicylate, its content in 1 ml of the solution is 200 mg. Also the composition of the preparation includes auxiliary components, which include:
    Chlorobutanol hemihydrate.
    Ethanol.
    Glycerol.
    Purified water.
A solution of ear drops Otynum is contained in a vial of a 10 ml dropper with a screw cap. Cardboard pack contains one vial and instructions for use.

pharmachologic effect

The main active substance of ear drops Otinum choline salicylate is a chemical derivative of salicylic acid. It has an anti-inflammatory, analgesic effect, which is the result of inhibition of the synthesis of prostaglandins, thromboxane, prostacyclin (inflammatory mediators). This action consists in inhibiting the enzyme cycloxygenase, which catalyzes the conversion of arachidonic acid into inflammatory mediators in the area of ​​the inflammatory reaction. Also, the active substance has little antiseptic activity and suppresses the growth, development of pathogenic (pathogenic) microorganisms.
After instillation of ear drops Otynum into the external auditory meatus, the active substance exerts a local effect and is not absorbed into the systemic bloodstream.

Indications for use

Usage of ear drops. The otinum is indicated for the reduction of the manifestation of inflammatory symptoms (in particular pain sensations) in the inflammatory pathology of the middle and outer ear, as well as the tympanic membrane - acute middle or external otitis and myringitis. Also, the drug is used to soften the ear plugs before washing the external ear canal.

Contraindications

Usage of ear drops Otinum is contraindicated in the case of several physiological and pathological conditions of the organism, which include:
    Individual intolerance to choline salicylate or ancillary components of the drug.
    Violation of the integrity of the tympanic membrane due to traumatic or purulent lesions.
    Pregnancy at any time, breastfeeding and children under 18 years of age, as there is no safety data on the drug.
    A complete or incomplete syndrome of the "aspirin triad" - the development of bronchospasm (narrowing of the bronchi due to an increase in the tone of the smooth muscles of their walls), polyposis of the nose against the background of intolerance to acetylsalicylic acid.
With care, otinum drops are used with concomitant polyposis of the mucous membrane of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses, allergic rhinitis (specific inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nasal cavity). Before using the drug, you should make sure that there are no contraindications.

Dosing and Administration

Ear drops Otinum are used by digging them into the external auditory canal. Thus the patient should be in a position lying on a side, also it should remain within several minutes after instillation of ear drops. Before instilling the solution, it is desirable to warm the solution by holding the vial in its hand for several minutes. For the treatment of otitis or myringitis, the drug is applied in 3-4 drops 3-4 times a day, 10 days. To soften the ear plugs of the external auditory canal before their washing, the solution is instilled into the external auditory meatus 3-4 drops twice a day 4 days before the procedure.

Side effects

In general, otinum ear drops are well tolerated. Sometimes, against the background of their application, it is possible to develop a local reaction in the form of burning, itching in the external auditory canal.

special instructions

Before you start using ear drops, you should carefully read the instructions for use of the drug. There are several special instructions that you should pay attention to:
    In the case of instillation of a solution into the external auditory canal with a damaged eardrum, there is a high risk of hearing impairment.
    There is no need to change the dosage and regimen of otinum droplets for the elderly, as well as with concomitant renal or hepatic insufficiency.
    The drug enhances the therapeutic effect of other drugs with anti-inflammatory and analgesic activity.
    The drug has no effect on the speed of psychomotor reactions and the ability to concentrate.
In the pharmacy network, ear drops Otopinum are dispensed without a prescription. If questions arise regarding their use, consult a physician.

Overdose

Data on the overdose of ear drops Otinum to date, no.

Terms and conditions of storage

The shelf life of ear drops is 3 years from the date of manufacture. The drug should be stored in its original packaging, dark, dry, inaccessible to children at an air temperature of no more than + 25 ° C.