Otek-AF Ear Drops 10 ml is an antifungal medication used to treat fungal infections in the ear. It also relieves pain associated with the infection. Fungal ear infection or otomycosis occurs when a fungus invades and affects the ear canal that starts from the ear hole to the eardrum (the external auditory canal).
Otek-AF Ear Drops 10 ml comprises two medicines: Clotrimazole (antifungal) and Lidocaine (local anaesthetic). Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication that stops the growth of fungi by causing damage to the fungal cell membrane. Lidocaine belongs to the class of local anaesthetics that reduces pain by blocking the pain signals from nerves to the brain. It causes temporary numbness.
Otek-AF Ear Drops 10 ml is for external use only. Your doctor will advise the appropriate dose that suits your infection. Otek-AF Ear Drops 10 ml may cause common side effects like ear discomfort and itching or irritation in the ear. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please consult your doctor.
Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to Otek-AF Ear Drops 10 ml or any other medications. Please inform your doctor if you have any ear problems before using Otek-AF Ear Drops 10 ml. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Otek-AF Ear Drops 10 ml. Otek-AF Ear Drops 10 ml usually does not interfere with driving ability or alcohol consumption; however, it is better to seek medical advice. Otek-AF Ear Drops 10 ml should be used for children only when advised by a doctor.