Boric Acid Ear Drops 3%W/V
Boric Acid Ear Drops 3%W/V

Chloramphenicol eye drops BP 0.5% w/v (Chloramphenicol)

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COMPOSITION:

  • Boric Acid BP 3 %W/V
  • Alcohol BP q.s.
  • Sterile aqueous base q.s.

Chloramphenicol eye drops BP 0.5% w/v (Chloramphenicol)

DRUG DESCRIPTION

Boric acid is an antiseptic agent for external use. This drug is used for a variety of infectious diseases of the ear.

Chloramphenicol eye drops BP 0.5% w/v (Chloramphenicol)

INDICATIONS

The use of boric acid as an antiseptic is shown to etiotrop (destruction of pathogen microorganisms) treatment of various infectious processes of the ear, these include:

  • Treat bacterial and fungal infections in the external ear caused by trapped moisture in the ear canal.
  • Boric acid creates an acidic environment that is hostile to microbial growth. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria and fungus.
  • Treating the infection reduces pain and swelling in the ear.
  • This medication also contain drying ingredient alcohol. Drying of the ear canal helps to cure the infection.

PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTION : MECHANISM OF ACTION

Boric acid is a powerful antiseptic. It kills bacteria by various processes of coagulation and denaturation (violation of the tertiary structure of a protein molecule) of the intracellular proteins. Boric acid is active against a variety of bacteria, viruses, fungi and ectoparasites (lice, mites).
The drug is used for external application. AGer application to the mucosa or the skin, it has a pharmacological activity and destroys microorganisms cause infectious diseases. Boric acid may be partially absorbed into the systemic circulation

CONTRA-INDICATIONS

The use of boric acid is contraindicated in various pathological and physiological states of the body, which include:

  • Violation of the integrity of the skin or mucous membranes (including the eardrum) in the area of drug application.
  • Individual intolerance or hypersensitivity reaction to the boric acid or its auxiliary components of different dosage forms.
  • Pregnancy at any stage and breast feeding – since boric acid is absorbed into the systemic circulation from the surface of the skin or mucous membranes, it is possible its negative impact on the developing fetus.
  • Violation of the functional activity of the kidneys with the development of their disease.
  • Before the start of the drug, make sure there are no contraindications.

Pregnancy & Lactation :

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.

DOSAGE & ROUTE OF ADMINISTRATION

As directed by the Physician or The recommended dose is two drops to the affected ear every three – four hours.

SIDE-EFFECTS

Most of the side effects and adverse reactions during the application of boric acid linked to its absorption in the systemic circulation, they include:

  • Dyspeptic syndrome (nausea, vomiting, unstable stool, abdominal pain)
  • Ear redness.

Presentation

  • 1 x 15 ml vial in a Mono Pack.

Storage Instructions

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Store in a refrigerator at a temperature between 2°C and 8°C. Protect from light.

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