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Product introduction

Oto-AC Eye Drops is a medicine used to treat eye infection. It works by killing and inhibiting the growth of microorganisms in the eyes. This relieves discomfort, itching, irritation, and pain in the eyes.

Oto-AC Eye Drops is a combination of four medicines: Oto-AC Eye Drops1, Oto-AC Eye Drops2, Oto-AC Eye Drops3 and Oto-AC Eye Drops4 which treat ear infections.

Uses of Oto-AC Ophthalmic Solution

Benefits of Oto-AC Ophthalmic Solution

In Eye infection

Oto-AC Eye Drops stops the growth of bacteria and fungi that is causing the infection in the eyes. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation caused due to eye infections. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning. Wash your eyes with lukewarm water before applying Oto-AC Eye Drops. You can also give warm compress to get relief from the discomfort.

In Treatment of Ear infection

Oto-AC Eye Drops is a combination of medicines used to treat ear infections caused by microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi. It works by killing and stopping the growth of infections causing microorganisms, thereby clearing the infection. It also blocks the release of chemicals that cause symptoms such as itching, redness, swelling, and ear discharge. Therefore this medicine relieves the inflammation due to these infections.

You should use this medicine for as long as it is prescribed, even if your symptoms disappear, otherwise they may come back. Depending on the type of infection you are treating, this may be several weeks. Even after your infection is completely cured, you may have to use it occasionally to prevent the symptoms from returning.

Side effects of Oto-AC Ophthalmic Solution

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Oto-AC

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Oto-AC Ophthalmic Solution

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.

How Oto-AC Ophthalmic Solution works

Oto-AC Eye Drops is a combination of four medicines: Lidocaine, Beclometasone, Clotrimazole and Chloramphenicol, which treats eye infections. Lidocaine is a local anesthetic which works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain thereby decreasing pain sensation. Beclometasone is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy. Clotrimazole is an antifungal which stops the growth of fungi by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Oto-AC Eye Drops may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Oto-AC Eye Drops is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Oto-AC Eye Drops may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Oto-AC Eye Drops should be used as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
  • Finish the prescribed dose even if you feel better as stopping the treatment earlier can reverse the symptoms.
  • Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
  • It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
  • Oto-AC Eye Drops should be used as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
  • Finish the prescribed dose even if you feel better as stopping the treatment earlier may reverse the symptoms.
  • Do not touch the tip of the dropper, or of your ear to prevent contamination.
  • Make sure not to use the open bottle for more than 4 weeks.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL

Patient concerns

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One drop will not cause any harm
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FAQs

When will this medicine start working?

Oto-AC Eye Drops will start working immediately after using it. However, it may take 2-3 days to make you feel better.

Can I stop using Oto-AC Eye Drops when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Oto-AC Eye Drops and complete the full course of treatment, even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the disease is completely cured.

What are the contraindications associated with the use of Oto-AC Eye Drops?

Oto-AC Eye Drops is considered to be harmful for patients who are allergic to Lidocane, Beclometasone, Clotrimazole, Chloramphenicol or any of its other constituents. Inform your doctor about your medical history before using Oto-AC Eye Drops.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Oto-AC Eye Drops?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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References

  1. Medscape. Lidocaine. [Accessed 05 Apr. 2010] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Chloramphenicol. Romford, Essex: Martindale Pharma; 2010 [revised 18 Apr. 2017]. [Accessed 26 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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