Cort-Biotic (Otic)
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Cort-Biotic (Otic) Drug and Prescription Information
Cort-Biotic (Otic)
Cort-Biotic (Otic) Medication Classification
ANTIBIOTIC/ANTI-INFLAMMATORY COMBINATIONS (Into the ear)
Cort-Biotic (Otic) Brandname
Cipro Hc, Cortisporin-TC, Vosol Hc, Acetasol Hc, Oticot Hc, Cort-Biotic, Cortisporin, Cortomycin, Oti-Sone, Antibiotic Otic, Pediotic, Coly-Mycin S Otic, Ciprodex
Cort-Biotic (Otic) is used for the Treatment
Treats infections of the ear canal, minor swelling of the ear, and other ear problems.
When To Not Use Cort-Biotic (Otic)
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotic medicines or to steroids such as cortisone, hydrocortisone, or prednisone.
How Should You Use Cort-Biotic (Otic)
Liquid, Drop
- Your doctor will tell you how much to use and how often.
- Wash your hands.
- Warm the drops by holding the bottle in your hands for a few minutes.
- Shake the suspension well before using.
- Never touch the dropper to your ear or anything else.
- Lie down or tilt your head to the side.
- Drop the prescribed number of drops into the ear.
- Keep the ear tilted up for a few minutes or insert a cotton plug into the ear.
- Wash your hands again so as not to spread the infection. If a dose is missed:
- Use as soon as possible except when it is close to the time for your next dose.
- If almost time for next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
Proper Cort-Biotic (Otic) Storage
Store Cort-Biotic (Otic) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Cort-Biotic (Otic) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using Cort-Biotic (Otic)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.Cort-Biotic (Otic) Warnings
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you have a history of ear problems or a perforated ear drum.
- If you have herpes simplex or chicken pox, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
- If your symptoms do not get better in one week or become worse, call your doctor.
Cort-Biotic (Otic) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Skin rash, redness, swelling or intense itching that develops after you start using this medicine. If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Stinging or burning of the ear
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