| Common Brands | Auraphene-B (Otic) |
|---|---|
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Drug Class |
Antibiotic/Antifungal |
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Controlled Substance Classification |
Not a controlled medication |
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Generic Status |
Lower-cost generic available |
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Availability |
Prescription only |
Auraphene-B is an otic drug or an ear solution which primarily prescribed for infections of the outer ear, also known as otitis externa.
In addition to infection, it treats the associated symptoms, such as pain, itching, and inflammation. The product is a combination medication that contains two active ingredients: benzocaine and hydrocortisone.
When combined, these ingredients help in relieving both pain and reducing inflammation in the ear canal. Auraphene-B is typically employed for the treatment of infections such as bacterial or fungal infections in the ears and to soothe discomfort related to ear diseases.
Auraphene-B should be used only externally on the ear. Keep strictly to the prescription provided by your doctor for its application and dosage. Usually, applying Auraphene-B requires the following steps:
Preparation: Wash your hands prior to using the medication. Ensure the bottle is clean.
Instillation of Eardrops: Tilt your head to the side and put the ear forward. By gently pulling the ear upward and outward for adults or downward and outward for children, open up the ear canal. Instill drops according to the prescription in the ear canal as guided by the physician.
Remain in Position: You should continue tilting your head for a few minutes after instillation to allow the drug to penetrate all the way down the ear canal.
Repeat: You may need to repeat the instillation several times over several days, depending on the amount of infection and your doctor’s prescription.
Wash Hands: Instill the drops and then wash your hands to prevent transferring germs to other objects.
Auraphene-B’s active ingredients work differently:
It is a local anaesthetic that works by numbing the area it is applied onto, thereby hindering the pain and discomfort caused by ear infections or inflammation in the ear canal for a short time.
Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid that works by reducing inflammation and suppressing the immune response that causes swelling, redness, and other discomforts on the affected ear canal.
Together, these ingredients help control the symptoms of ear infections and other ear problems, making the ear more tolerable while the body recovers.
As with other medications, Auraphene-B can have side effects for some patients. Some most common side effects are:
Ear irritation: A mild sensation of stinging or burning might be seen after the instillation of drops.
Itching: Some people may experience redness and itching in the ear canal after using the medicine.
Rash or allergic reaction: In a few cases, an allergic reaction to the medication and rash due to swelling, intense itching, or difficulty in breathing might be seen.
Serious side effects are very rare but include:
Hearing impairment: In case of changes in the range of hearing, say you feel the sounds muffled, you should call your doctor.
Infection aggravation: Sometimes, the overuse of the hydrocortisone ear drops may make the infections in the ear get worse or keep recurring. This might be due to the suppressed immune response in the ear canal.
In case of any severe reactions, you should stop using the drops and see your doctor pronto.
Ensure that you notify your doctor of the following before using Auraphene-B:
You are allergic to corticosteroids or local anesthetics: If you’re allergic to benzocaine, hydrocortisone, or similar medications, you should avoid using Auraphene-B.
Perforated eardrum ear infections: If you have a perforated eardrum (or if you’ve had trauma to your ears or fluid drainage from your ear), don’t take Auraphene-B; it could possibly damage your ear further.
Children: There are some cautions with use in pediatric populations. Pediatric patients may more easily be sensitized to ingredients in the product.
Prolonged use: Prolonged or excessive use of corticosteroid-containing products such as Auraphene-B could result in thinning of the skin or enhanced susceptibility to infections, which may heighten the chances of secondary infections.
Other Otic Medications: Using Auraphene-B with other ear medications may increase the risk of irritation or reduce the effectiveness of both treatments. It’s important to space out the use of multiple ear drops.
Topical Steroids: If used together with topical steroids in the ear, it may increase the risk of local irritation or other side effects, as both can have anti-inflammatory effects.
Antibiotics: When used with systemic antibiotics, there is usually no major interaction, but using multiple treatments for ear infections may increase the risk of side effects or decrease efficacy if not coordinated properly.
Alcohol: Alcohol should be avoided when using Auraphene-B, as it can increase irritation or dryness in the ear canal when combined with ear medications.
The dosage and frequency of Auraphene-B will depend on the severity of the ear condition and your health-care provider’s recommendation. Usually, application of a few drops into the affected ear(s), 2 to 3 times daily, or as directed, is followed by treatment for several days until symptoms subside.
When symptoms improve, one is supposed to finish the whole course of treatment to ensure that the infection does not come back.
Auraphene-B is a prescription drug. Thus, it should be prescribed only by a licensed medical provider.
Use this drug only as instructed by your doctor. Overuse or improper use of ear drops can lead to complications like ear damage or exacerbation of the infection.
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