Otomax Ear Drops Suspension

Bacterial and fungal otitis is often secondary in nature. The underlying cause should
be identified and treated.

Special precautions for safe use in the target species:
Contact with eyes should be avoided. In case of accidental contact, flush with plenty
of water.
Before the veterinary medicinal product is applied, the external auditory canal must
be examined thoroughly to ensure that the eardrum is not perforated in order to avoid
the risk of transmission of the infection to the middle ear and to prevent damage to
the cochlear and vestibular apparatus.
The outer ear should be cleaned meticulously and dried before treatment. Excess
hair around the treatment area should be cut.
Use of the veterinary medicinal product should be based on susceptibility of isolated
bacteria and/or other appropriate diagnostic tests. If this is not possible, therapy
should be based on local (regional, farm level) epidemiological information about
susceptibility of the target bacteria.
Use of the veterinary medicinal product deviating from the instructions given in the
SPC may increase the prevalence of bacteria resistant to gentamicin and may
decrease the effectiveness of treatment with other aminoglycosides, due to the
potential for cross resistance.
Prolonged and intensive use of topical corticosteroids preparation is known to trigger
local and systemic effects, including suppression of adrenal function, thinning of the
epidermis and delayed healing.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals:
Avoid contact with the veterinary medicinal product.
Wash hands carefully after applying the veterinary medicinal product. In case of
accidental contact with the eyes, rinse with plenty of water.
People with known hypersensitivity to ingredients should avoid contact with the
veterinary medicinal product.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment:
Not applicable.