Otalgan

Otalgan in detail

The total dose should not be exceeded without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.

How to use?
Warm up the medicine by holding the bottle in your hand for a few minutes. Lie on your side with the ear to be treated facing upwards and drip the solution into the ear canal. The lateral position should then be maintained for about 15 minutes so that the ear drops can take effect. The ear is then loosely closed with absorbent cotton. At the end of the treatment, no absorbent cotton closure is required.

Duration of application?
The usual duration of treatment is 5 days. Under the supervision of a doctor, the duration of treatment is unlimited.

Overdosage?
If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor immediately.

As a general rule, ensure that the dosage is accurate, especially for infants, small children and the elderly. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist about any effects or precautionary measures.

A dosage prescribed by a doctor may differ from the information in the package leaflet. Since the doctor will adjust it individually, you should therefore use the medicine according to his instructions.

Storage before opening
The medicine must be stored away from heat.
Storage after opening or preparation
The medicinal product may be used for a maximum of 12 weeks after opening/preparation!
The medicinal product must be stored at room temperature after opening/preparation.

- Hypersensitivity to the ingredients
- Certain metabolic diseases (hepatic porphyria, congenital glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency)
- Damaged eardrum
- Ear canal inflammation with skin injury

What about pregnancy and breastfeeding?
- Pregnancy: Consult your doctor. Various considerations play a role in whether and how the medicine can be used during pregnancy.
- Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor or pharmacist. They will check your particular situation and advise you accordingly as to whether and how you can continue breastfeeding.

If you have been prescribed the medicine despite a contraindication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. The therapeutic benefit may be greater than the risk associated with the use of a contraindication.what adverse effects can occur?

- Skin changes
- Hives

If you notice any discomfort or change during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

The information provided here is based primarily on side effects that occur in at least one in 1,000 patients treated.
- Caution in case of allergy to painkillers!
- Caution in case of allergy to local anesthetics (local anesthetics such as benzocaine, oxybuprocaine, procaine and tetracaine)!
- Antioxidants (e.g. butylhydroxyanisole, butylhydroxytoluene) can cause skin irritation (e.g. contact dermatitis), irritation of the eyes and mucous membranes.
How does the ingredient of the medicine work?

Phenazone: The active ingredient primarily has an analgesic, antipyretic and, to a lesser extent, anti-inflammatory effect. It is thought to inhibit certain messenger substances, known as prostaglandins, which are necessary for the sensation of pain and the development of inflammation. The substance probably reduces fever by directly attacking the temperature regulation center.

Application

- Ear canal inflammation - middle ear inflammation

Dosage

2-3 drops 3-4 times a dayToddlers and schoolchildren up to 14 years5 drops 3-4 times a dayAdolescents from 15 years and adults spread throughout the day