Gentamicina gotas para los oídos

Acerca de las gotas óticas de gentamicina

What are gentamicin ear drops used for?

Gentamicin ear drops are used to treat bacterial ear infections. The drops kill germs (bacteria) which are the cause of infection.

If the ear is swollen as well as infected (as in otitis externa, for example), your doctor may prescribe gentamicin ear drops which also contain hydrocortisone. These drops will reduce the inflammation as well as treat the infection.

Side effect of gentamicin ear drops

Common side effects of gentamicin ear drops are:

• Mild irritation.

• Picor.

• Stinging.

A full list of the side effects which can be associated with your medicine, is from the manufacturer's printed information leaflet supplied with the medicine.

Speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following continue or become troublesome.

Si experimenta cualquier otro síntoma que considere que puede deberse a las gotas, consulte a su médico o farmacéutico.

Who should not use gentamicin ear drops?

Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and sometimes a medicine can only be used if extra care is taken. Before you (or your child) start using gentamicin drops, it is important that your doctor knows:

• Si tiene un tímpano reventado (perforado).

• Si está embarazada o en periodo de lactancia.

• Si alguna vez ha tenido una reacción alérgica a la gentamicina o a cualquier otro antibiótico, o a cualquier otro colirio.

• If you have a condition called myasthenia gravis. This is a condition which causes muscle weakness.

• Si toma o utiliza otros medicamentos. Esto incluye cualquier medicamento que esté tomando y que pueda adquirirse sin receta, así como medicamentos a base de plantas y complementarios.

Cómo utilizar las gotas de gentamicina

Always read the leaflet in the pack before starting lymecycline. It explains how to take it and lists possible side effects.

1. Lávate las manos antes de empezar.

2. Limpia el oído suavemente con agua tibia y sécalo dando golpecitos.

3. Retire el tapón del frasco de gotas para los oídos.

4. Túmbese o incline un poco la cabeza para que el oído afectado quede hacia arriba.

5. Tire suavemente del lóbulo de la oreja para enderezar el conducto auditivo.

6. Sostenga el recipiente boca abajo cerca de la oreja. Procure no tocarse el interior de la oreja al hacerlo.

7. Presione el envase lo suficiente para que caigan dos o tres gotas en el oído.

8. Mantenga la oreja hacia arriba durante unos minutos para que la solución entre en contacto con la zona afectada.

9. Repita el proceso en el otro oído si le han pedido que utilice las gotas en ambos oídos.

10. Vuelva a tapar el frasco de gotas.

Aproveche al máximo su tratamiento

• Take lymecycline exactly as your doctor tells you to and always check the label for the correct dose. It is usually 3-4 times a day and at night.

• Don’t miss doses - if you forget, apply the drops as soon as you remember.

• Don’t use cotton buds or objects inside your ear as they can irritate or damage the skin. Wipe only the outer ear with a clean cloth or tissue if there’s any discharge.

• Se le prescribirá un tratamiento breve (normalmente no más de 7-10 días). Si al cabo de ese tiempo la infección no mejora, pida cita de nuevo con su médico.

Cómo conservar las gotas óticas de gentamicina

• Mantenga todos los medicamentos fuera del alcance y de la vista de los niños.

• Almacenar en un lugar fresco y seco, lejos del calor y la luz directos.

• Throw away the bottle of ear drops after you have finished your course of treatment, even if there is some liquid left.

• Do not keep opened bottles to use later, as ear drops must not be used if the bottle has been opened for longer than four weeks.

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Preguntas más frecuentes

How long does it take for gentamicin ear drops to work?

Gentamicin ear drops usually start to ease symptoms within a few days. Most infections improve significantly within 7 days, as long as the drops are used exactly as prescribed.

What does gentamicin do to the middle ear?

Gentamicin works by killing bacteria that cause middle ear infections, helping reduce pain, swelling and discharge. It is used carefully, as high doses or prolonged use can affect the balance or hearing structures in the inner ear.

Are gentamicin ear drops safe to use during pregnancy?

Gentamicin ear drops are generally avoided in pregnancy, as aminoglycosides can pose a small risk to the baby if significant absorption occurs. A doctor will usually recommend a safer alternative unless the benefits clearly outweigh the risks.