Pramox-HC otic

Generic name: Chloroxylenol, Hydrocortisone, And Pramoxine (otic)
Drug class: Otic steroids with anti-infectives

Usage of Pramox-HC otic

Chloroxylenol is an antibiotic that treats infections caused by bacteria or fungus.

Hydrocortisone is a steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.

Pramoxine is a topical anesthetic. It works by interfering with pain signals sent from the nerves to the brain.

Pramox-HC (for the ear) is a combination medicine used to treat infections in the ear canal, and to relieve the symptoms of itching or swelling. Pramox-HC will not treat an inner ear infection (also called otitis media).

Medicinal use of this product to treat ear infections has not been approved by the FDA. Pramox-HC should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.

Pramox-HC may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Pramox-HC otic side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Although the risk of serious side effects is low when this medicine is used in the ears, side effects can occur if hydrocortisone is absorbed into your bloodstream.

Steroid medicine absorbed through the skin inside your ears can cause steroid side effects throughout the body, such as: thinning skin, easy bruising, changes in the shape or location of body fat (especially in your face, neck, back, and waist), increased acne or facial hair, menstrual problems, impotence, or loss of interest in sex.

Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have severe burning or other irritation after using the ear drops.

Common side effects may include mild stinging or burning with the first use.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Pramox-HC otic

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to chloroxylenol, hydrocortisone, or pramoxine or if you have:

a hole in your ear drum (ruptured ear drum); or

chickenpox or cowpox.

To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

an inner ear infection;

severe ear pain;

hearing problems; or

fever.

It is not known whether Pramox-HC will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine.

It is not known whether this medicine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice. Children can absorb larger amounts of this medicine through the ear canal and may be more likely to have side effects.

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Warnings

Medicinal use of this product to treat ear infections has not been approved by the FDA.

You should not use Pramox-HC if you have a hole in your ear drum (ruptured ear drum), or if you also have chickenpox or cowpox.

What other drugs will affect Pramox-HC otic

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on Pramox-HC used in the ears. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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