Product Description:
What Chloramphenicol/Benzocaine is used for:
- The combination Chloramphenicol/Benzocaine is used to treat bacterial infections of the external ear (otitis externa).
- Do not take Chloramphenicol/Benzocaine.
- If you’re allergic to the active substance or any other component of this medicine.
- If you have a burst in your ear drum.
Warnings & Precautions:
- Tell your doctor if you or your family have blood disorders (e.g. anemia) or bone marrow problems.
- Do not use this medicine longer than you have been told. A second infection may happen.
Possible Side Effects:
Stop using this product and seek immediate medical help if you:
- Develop rash; hives; blisters; itching; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble Breathing, swallowing, or talking;
- Or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Common side effects:
- Temporary itching, burning or mild irritation of the ear.
- Other medicines and Chloramphenicol/Benzocaine
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take including
prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal
supplements.
- Chloramphenicol/Benzocaine and other ear drops may interfere with
each other. Consult with your doctor if you use other ear drops.
How to take Chloramphenicol/Benzocaine:
- This medicine is intended for adults, adolescents, and children aged 3 years and older.
- This product is for external use only.
- Use as indicated by your doctor.
- The usual dosing is 4 drops into affected ear 4 times daily.
How to store Chloramphenicol/Benzocaine:
- Unopened bottles should be stored in a refrigerator 35°F to 46°F (2 to 8°C). Do not freeze.
- Once opened, it should be stored at room temperature 68 to 77°F (20 to 25°C).
- This medicine should be protected from light.
- Keep this medicine out of reach of children.
- Once the pack has been opened, the contents should be used within 1 month.
- Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the package. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Ingredients:
- Chloramphenicol/Benzocaine 5