Instruction for use: Otinum

Active substance Choline salicylate

ATX Code S02DA Analgesics and Anesthetics

Pharmacological groups

NSAIDs - Salicylic Acid Derivatives

Nosological classification (ICD-10)

H60 Otitis externa

Infections of ENT organs, Infections of the external auditory canal, Infectious-inflammatory diseases of the ear, Acute catarrhal inflammation of the external auditory canal, Infections of the external ear

H66 Suppurative and unspecified otitis media

Bacterial ear infections, Inflammation of the middle ear, Infections of the upper respiratory tract, Infectious-inflammatory diseases of ENT organs, Infectious-inflammatory diseases of upper respiratory tract, Infectious-inflammatory diseases of the ear, Infectious diseases of ENT organs with marked pain syndrome, ear Infection, Otitis media infection, Persistent inflammation of the middle ear in children, Ear pain of otitis

Composition and form of release

Ear drops 20% 1 ôë.

choline salicylate 2 g

auxiliary substances: glycerol - 0.13 g; ethanol 96% - 0.1 g; chlorobutanol - 0.005 g; purified water - up to 1 g

in polyethylene bottles of 10 g with a dosing device; in the box 1 bottle.

Description of dosage form

Transparent yellowish solution with a characteristic odor.

pharmachologic effect

Pharmacological action - anti-inflammatory, analgesic.

Pharmacodynamics

Choline salicylate is a derivative of salicylic acid, has an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect associated with inhibition of PG synthesis. Local applied 20% solution stops or moderately relieves pain.

Indication

Acute catarrhal inflammation of the external auditory canal (including complicated by a bacterial infection), tympanic membrane and middle ear; before washing the external ear canal.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to salicylates or other NSAIDs (including aspirin asthma), perforation of the tympanic membrane.

pregnancy and lactation

Given the nature of the drug and the potential danger caused by salicylates, it is not recommended to use the drug during pregnancy and during breastfeeding.

Side effects

Allergic reactions; with prolonged use, as well as in patients with a perforation of the tympanic membrane, hearing impairment may occur.

Dosing and Administration

Adults, usually 3-4 drops in the external auditory meatus 3-4 times a day.

Drops should be buried in the ear, laying the patient on its side; After the procedure, the patient should remain in this position for several minutes.

Precautionary measures

Salicylic acid derivatives, when ingested in the middle ear through a damaged eardrum, can cause hearing loss or deafness. In this regard, the drug should not be used without a preliminary examination of the otorhinolaryngologist.

It is recommended to limit the use of the drug to the minimum required.

Storage Conditions

At a temperature of no higher than 25 ° C.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Shelf life

3 years.

Do not use after the expiry date printed on the package.