Dogs weighing less than 15 kg: 4 drops for the 7.5 g, 15 g and 30 g package sizes or 2 drops, for the 215 g package size, per affected ear. Instill OTOMAX into the cleaned external ear canal twice daily for 7 days. Shake well before use when using the 15 g, 30 g and 215 g bottles. Excessive hair should be removed from the treatment area of the external ear. Remove foreign material, debris, crusted exudates, etc., with suitable non-irritating solutions. The external ear and ear canal should be properly cleaned and dried before treatment. OTOMAX is indicated for the treatment of canine acute and chronic otitis externa associated with yeast ( Malassezia pachydermatis, formerly Pityrosporum canis) and/or bacteria susceptible to gentamicin. Gentamicin (as sulfate) is a water soluble (bactericidal) antibiotic of the aminoglycoside group, derived from Micromonospora, an actinomycete.īetamethasone (as valerate) is a synthetic glucocorticoid derivative of prednisolone.Ĭlotrimazole is a synthetic antifungal belonging to the imidazole family.Įach gram of OTOMAX contains 3 mg gentamicin (as sulfate) USP, 1 mg betamethasone (as valerate) USP, and 10 mg clotrimazole USP in a mineral oil based vehicle containing a plasticized hydrocarbon gel. If you have questions about using the cream, ask your veterinarian or pharmacist.Gentamicin sulfate, betamethasone valerate and clotrimazole ointmentĪntibiotic, Anti-inflammatory, Antifungal After observing the dog`s symptoms, progress, and response to treatment, it may be necessary to change the dosage or frequency of administration until the best effects are found. It is suggested to use the cream at the same times each day to get the most efficient results by keeping a consistent level of medicine in the system.īring your pet in for regular check-ups with your veterinarian to make sure the best results are occurring. Wash your hands after applying the medicine to prevent it from contacting any areas not being treated. Put a small amount of cream onto the tip of your finger and gently massage it into the affected area of the ear. Wash your hands before applying the medication to prevent contamination.
Do not self-medicate as misuse can lead to unexpected health problems.īefore applying the cream, it is recommended to clean excess wax or discharge from the ear using a water based cleanser. It is normally applied once or twice each day, but the best regimen will be determined based on the dog`s symptom severity, current health condition, and response to similar treatments.
Follow the veterinarian`s instructions for using Otomax Ointment (Gentamicin/Betamethasone/Clotrimazole) to ensure the most effective results.
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