Genexotic Hc - Hydrocortisone/chloroxylenol/pramoxine - Otic Drops Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Genexotic Hc.
• Cortane-B, Cortic, Exotic-HC, Otomar-HC
• hi-dro-KOR-tih-sown/klor-oh-ZIGH-len-ohl/pram-OX-een

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Possible Side Effects

• Burning, itching, irritation, dryness, rash (or other skin problems) might occur.
• If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
• Very unlikely but report promptly.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat external ear infections.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use.
• Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Read Before Using Genexotic Hc (precautions)

• Before using this drug, tell your doctor your medical history, including.

Usage Instructions

• For external use only.
• Avoid contact with the eyes.
• For accuracy and to avoid contamination, have another person insert the drops if possible.
• To apply ear drops, wash hands first.
• To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your ear or any other surface.
• Lie on your side or tilt the affected ear upward.
• Place the dropper directly over the ear and administer the prescribed number of drops (3 or 4 drops are used three or four times daily or as directed).
• To help the drops roll into the ear (for adults) hold the earlobe up and back or (for children) hold the earlobe down and back.
• Keep the head tilted for about two minutes or insert a soft cotton plug if so directed (consult your pharmacist).
• Do not rinse the dropper.
• Replace cap after use.
• For best results, this medication must be used for the full time prescribed, then promptly discontinue use.
• Stopping this medication too soon, however, may not clear the infection and may result in a reinfection.
• Treatment is for 10 days or as directed.
• If symptoms persist after 10 days, notify your doctor promptly.
• This medication should not be placed in the ear if the eardrum is punctured.

Genexotic Hc Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

Genexotic Hc Miscellaneous Notes

• This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only.
• Do not use it later for another infection or give it to someone else.
• A different medication may be necessary in those cases.