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About Otek-AF Ear Drop

CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE belongs to a group of medications known as antifungals,  used to treat various fungal infections, such as ringworm, athlete's foot (ringworm of the foot), diaper rash, sweat rash and vaginal thrush. Fungal infection occurs when a fungus invades and affects the tissue on the skin. Fungi can live in the air, soil, water, and plants. Symptoms of a fungal infection include skin rash, irritation, redness and scaling of the skin.

Uses of Otek-AF Ear Drop

Fungal skin infection, ringworm, athlete's foot, diaper rash, sweat rash, oral thrush, and vaginal thrush

Medicinal Benefits of Otek-AF Ear Drop

CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE is used to treat fungal infections, such as ringworm, athlete's foot (ringworm of the foot), diaper rash, sweat rash and vaginal thrush. It consists of two medicines, namely: Clotrimazole (antifungal) and Lidocaine (local anaesthetic). Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication and treats fungal infections like vaginal yeast infections, oral thrush, and ringworm. It stops the growth of fungi by causing damage and leakage to the fungal cell membrane. Lidocaine is a local anaesthetic and reduces pain by blocking the pain signals from nerves to the brain. It causes temporary numbness/loss of feeling in the skin and mucous membranes.

Directions for Use

Ear drops, ointment, cream, lotion, and vaginal wash are for external use only. Ear drops: Do not touch the dropper and hold it close to the ear. Gently squeeze the dropper and put the drops inside the ear. Ointment/Cream/Lotion: Apply a thin layer of cream or lotion with clean and dry hands on the affected areas of the skin. You can also apply CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE with a piece of clean cotton wool or gauze swab. Gently rub the medicine into the skin until it is disappeared. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE. Dusting powder: Dust the powder form of CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE on the affected area and pat it lightly on the skin. Wash your hands before and after applying CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE on the affected areas unless the treatment is for hands. Tablet: Take the tablet form of CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE with or without food. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Vaginal wash: Use the vaginal wash to thoroughly cleanse the affected areas of the vagina and rinse later on with water.

Side Effects of Otek-AF Ear Drop

CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE has common side effects as every medicine does. Some side effects of CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE include itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These side effects usually go away during the treatment. If they persist longer or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Before using CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE, let your doctor know if have a history of liver diseases, heart, kidney diseases, blood disorders (methemoglobinemia, a condition in which less oxygen is delivered to the cells) or allergic reactions to CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE and its components. Do not apply CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE to blisters, cuts, wounds or lesions. Do not smoke or go near naked flames since fabric (clothing, bedding, dressings) that has been in contact with this product burns easily and is a serious fire hazard. Let your doctor know if you plan to become pregnant or already pregnant and a lactating mother. If you apply CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE to breasts or nipple for treatment, wash it off while nursing your baby.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE may interact with respiratory-related medicines (budesonide, formoterol), pain killers (acetaminophen, hydrocodone), and local anaesthetics (prilocaine). Clotrimazole in CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE may reduce the effectiveness of latex contraceptives. The patient should be advised to use alternative precautions for at least five days after using this product.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 Brief your doctor if you have a medical history of allergic reactions to medicines, other skin infections, severe liver disease, heart and kidney diseases, and blood disorders (methemoglobinemia, a condition in which less oxygen is delivered to the cells) before taking CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• No interaction found/ established. Please consult your doctor before using CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE.

PREGNANCY

• Clotrimazole in CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE is a pregnancy C category drug. It is not known whether the CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE has harmful effects on the baby. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE.

BREAST FEEDING

• There is limited data on how CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE affects breastfeeding. CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE is generally safe to use when prescribed by the doctor during breastfeeding. However, if nursing mothers apply CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE to their breasts for treatment, it is advised to wash the affected area thoroughly before breastfeeding the baby.

DRIVING

• CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

LIVER

• Let your doctor know if you have any history of severe liver diseases or hepatic impairment. However, it is not recommended in patients with severe liver diseases.

KIDNEY

• Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing CLOTRIMAZOLE+LIDOCAINE. However, it is not recommended in patients with severe kidney diseases.