Description
Candibiotic is a prescription ear drop medication used to treat ear infections by combining antibiotic, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory ingredients to relieve pain, itching, and swelling. It is crucial to use it only as directed by a healthcare provider.
Key Information
- Uses: Candibiotic is primarily used to treat ear infections caused by a mix of bacteria and fungi (e.g., otitis externa). It helps manage symptoms like redness, pain, itching, and discharge.
- Composition: The specific active ingredients can vary by product type (e.g., "Candibiotic Plus" or "Candibiotic AB"), but common components include:
- Antibiotics (like Chloramphenicol, Neomycin, or Ofloxacin) to kill bacteria.
- Antifungals (like Clotrimazole) to stop fungal growth.
- Corticosteroids (like Beclometasone or Dexamethasone) to reduce inflammation, swelling, and itching.
- Local Anesthetics (like Lidocaine) to block pain signals.
- Usage: It is for external use only.
- Wash your hands before and after use.
- Tilt your head, instil the prescribed number of drops into the affected ear, and keep your head tilted for a few minutes to allow the medicine to soak in.
- Do not touch the dropper tip to your ear or any other surface to prevent contamination.
- Important Precautions:
- Prescription Only: Candibiotic is a prescription medication and must be used as advised by a doctor.
- Complete the Full Course: Do not stop using the drops even if you feel better, as stopping early can cause the infection to return and become harder to treat.
- Perforated Eardrum: Do not use these drops if you have a perforated (ruptured) eardrum unless specifically instructed by a healthcare provider.
- Side Effects: Common side effects are temporary and usually limited to the application site (e.g., burning, stinging, irritation).
- Age Restrictions: Not typically recommended for children under 12 years of age unless a pediatrician advises otherwise