Otinum
Otinum: instructions for use and reviews
- 1. Release form and composition
- 2. Pharmacological properties
- 3. Indications for use
- 4. Contraindications
- 5. Method of application and dosage
- 6. Side effects
- 7. Overdose
- 8. Special instructions
- 9. Application during pregnancy and lactation
- 10. Use in childhood
- 11. Drug interactions
- 12. Analogs
- 13. Terms and conditions of storage
- 14. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
- 15. Reviews
- 16. Price in pharmacies
Latin name: Otinum
ATX code: S02DA
Active ingredient: choline salicylate (choline salicylate)
Manufacturer: IC En Polfa Rzeszow S. A. (ICN Polfa Rzeszow SA) (Poland)
Description and photo update: 02.10.2019
Prices in pharmacies: from 188 rubles.
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Otinum is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug for topical use with anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antimicrobial and antifungal effects.
Release form and composition
Dosage form - ear drops: clear solution of light yellow color with a characteristic odor (10 g each in a plastic dropper bottle with a screw cap, 1 bottle in a cardboard box).
The active ingredient is choline salicylate, in 1 ml - 0.2 g.
Auxiliary components: ethanol, chlorobutanol hemihydrate, glycerol, purified water.
Pharmacological properties
Pharmacodynamics
Otinum is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. The active ingredient - choline salicylate, is a derivative of salicylic acid, has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects when instilled into the ear.
The mechanism of action of the drug is based on inhibition of the activity of cyclooxygenase (an enzyme responsible for the synthesis of prostaglandins). Also, choline salicylate inhibits the synthesis of prostacyclin and thromboxane.
Has antifungal and antimicrobial action (in an alkaline and acidic environment).
When applied topically, it does not have a systemic effect.
Indications for use
According to the instructions, Otinum is used in the treatment of acute otitis media, myringitis, otitis externa.
In addition, drops are used before the procedure for removing hardened earwax (to soften it) when washing the external auditory canal.
Contraindications
- Violation of the integrity of the tympanic membrane;
- Partial or complete combination of recurrent polyposis of the paranasal sinuses and nose, bronchial asthma, acetylsalicylic acid intolerance and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including history;
- The period of pregnancy and breastfeeding;
- Childhood;
- Individual hypersensitivity to drug components.
It is recommended to use drops with caution in patients with allergic (hay) rhinitis, nasal polyps.
Instructions for the use of Otinum: method and dosage
Otinum ear drops are instilled into the external auditory canal, after warming (holding the bottle in hand for some time). During the procedure, the patient should be in a lying position on his side; after instillation, he should not get up for several minutes.
Recommended dosage:
- Acute otitis media, myringitis, otitis externa: 3-4 drops 3-4 times a day, duration of treatment - up to 10 days;
- Softening sulfur plugs before removing them: 3-4 drops 2 times a day for 4 days.
Elderly patients with impaired renal and / or liver function do not require dosage adjustment.
Side effects
Against the background of the use of Otinum ear drops, a burning sensation is possible when instilled, the development of allergic reactions, with prolonged therapy or perforation of the tympanic membrane - hearing impairment.
Overdose
There is no information.
special instructions
Influence on the ability to drive vehicles and complex mechanisms
The use of the drug does not affect the patient's ability to drive vehicles and mechanisms.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
Otinum is not prescribed during pregnancy / lactation (there is no experience with the drug).
Pediatric use
Therapy with the drug is contraindicated in patients under 18 years of age (there is no experience with the drug).
Drug interactions
With the simultaneous use of Otinum, the effect of other analgesic, anti-inflammatory or antipyretic drugs is enhanced.
Analogs
Otinum analogues are: Holikaps, Brotinum, Sahol, Mundizal.
Terms and conditions of storage
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at temperatures up to 25 ° C.
The shelf life is 3 years.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Available without a prescription.
Reviews about Otinum
According to reviews, Otinum is an effective anti-inflammatory and analgesic agent for otitis media. The drug has a low cost and is easy to use. It is indicated that in case of a severe course of the disease, it is better to use it as part of a combination therapy. One of the significant disadvantages is considered a short shelf life after opening the bottle.
Price for Otinum in pharmacies
The approximate price for Otinum (1 bottle-dropper of 10 g) is 191-221 rubles.
Otinum: prices in online pharmacies
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Drug name Price Pharmacy |
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Otinum 20% ear drops 10 g 1 pc. 188 r Buy |
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Otinum drops usn. 20% 10ml 210 RUB Buy |
Anna Kozlova Medical journalist About the author
Education: Rostov State Medical University, specialty "General Medicine".
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
