Gouttes auriculaires de fluméthasone et clioquinol

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Flumetasone and clioquinol ear drops are used to treat ear inflammation.

Unless you have been told otherwise, use two or three drops twice daily for 7-10 days.

Be careful not to spill the drops - they can stain your skin, hair and clothes.

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About flumetasone and clioquinol ear drops

Type de médicament	An anti-infective and anti-inflammatory ear drop
Utilisé pour	Otitis externa in adults and in children over 2 years of age
Aussi appelé	Flumethasone (in US)
Disponible sous forme de	Gouttes auriculaires

Ear drops containing flumetasone and clioquinol are used to treat inflammation of the outer ear, especially if it is thought an infection is causing the swelling. This happens in ear conditions such as otite externe. Flumetasone reduces the inflammation, and clioquinol treats the infection.

Before using the 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. For these reasons, before you (or your child) start using the drops it is important that your doctor knows:

If you have a burst (perforated) eardrum.
Si vous êtes enceinte ou si vous allaitez.
If you have ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine, or to any other ear drops. It is particularly important that you tell your doctor if you have ever had a bad reaction to iodine.
Si vous prenez ou utilisez d'autres médicaments. Cela inclut tous les médicaments que vous prenez et qui sont disponibles à l'achat sans ordonnance, ainsi que les médicaments à base de plantes et les médecines complémentaires.

How to use ear drops

Before you start the treatment, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet from inside the pack. It will give you more information about the drops and will provide you with a full list of any side-effects which you may experience from using them.

Wash your hands before you begin.
Gently clean your ear with warm water and pat it dry.
Remove the cap from the bottle of ear drops.
Lie down, or tilt your head a little, so that the affected ear is facing upwards.
Gently pull down on your earlobe to straighten the ear canal.
Hold the container upside down near to the ear. Try not to touch the inside of your ear as you do this.
Apply enough pressure to release two or three drops from the dropper into your ear.
Keep your ear facing upwards for a few minutes to allow the solution to come into contact with the affected area.
Repeat the process in your other ear if you have been asked to use the drops in both ears.
Replace the cap on to the bottle of drops.

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Use the drops exactly as you have been advised by your doctor. Your doctor will recommend you use the drops twice a day, morning and evening. Try not to miss any doses. If you forget to put the drops in at the usual time, do it as soon as you remember.
Be careful not to spill any of the drops on your clothing or your hair, as they may stain.
Do not try to clean inside your ear with cotton buds. If you stick buds or other objects into your ear they can damage and irritate the inflamed skin, and make things worse. Just wipe the outside of your ear with a clean cloth or tissue if any discharge appears.
You will be prescribed a short course of treatment (no more than 7-10 days). If you feel your symptoms are no better after a week of using the drops, make another appointment to see your doctor for advice.

Can flumetasone and clioquinol ear drops cause problems?

Along with their useful effects, most medicines can cause unwanted side-effects although not everyone experiences them. The table below contains some of the ones associated with these ear drops. The best place to find 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. Alternatively, you can find an example of a manufacturer's information leaflet in the reference section below. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following continue or become troublesome.

Flumetasone and clioquinol ear drop

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Mild burning, itching or rash

If it continues or becomes severe, speak with your doctor

Si vous ressentez d'autres symptômes que vous pensez être dus aux gouttes, consultez votre médecin ou votre pharmacien pour obtenir des conseils supplémentaires.

How to store flumetasone and clioquinol ear drops

Gardez tous les médicaments hors de la portée et de la vue des enfants.
Conserver dans un endroit frais et sec, à l'abri de la chaleur directe et de la lumière.
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.

Informations importantes sur tous les médicaments

If you suspect that someone has swallowed some of this medicine, contact the accident and emergency department of your local hospital for advice.

Si vous achetez des médicaments, vérifiez avec un pharmacien qu'ils sont sûrs à utiliser avec vos autres médicaments.

Si vous subissez une opération ou un traitement dentaire, informez la personne effectuant le traitement des médicaments que vous utilisez.

Ce médicament est pour vous. Ne le donnez jamais à d'autres personnes, même si leur état semble être le même que le vôtre.

Ne conservez pas de médicaments périmés ou indésirables. Apportez-les à votre pharmacie locale qui s'en débarrassera pour vous.

Si vous avez des questions concernant ce médicament, demandez à votre pharmacien.

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Questions fréquemment posées

Can I use these ear drops if I have discharge coming from my ear?

The article mentions that if discharge appears, you should wipe the outside of your ear with a clean cloth or tissue. However, it does not specifically state whether the presence of discharge affects the use of the drops themselves. Given the context of treating inflammation and infection, it's implied the drops are for affected ears, but direct confirmation on simultaneous discharge isn't provided.

How long does it typically take for symptoms to improve after starting these ear drops?

The article states that you will be prescribed a short course of treatment, no more than 7-10 days. It also advises that if your symptoms are no better after a week of using the drops, you should make another appointment to see your doctor for advice. This suggests that some improvement might be expected within a week.

What should I do if the ear drops accidentally get on my clothes or hair?

The article advises to be careful not to spill any of the drops on your clothing or hair, as they may stain. It does not provide further instructions on how to clean or remove the stain if this occurs.

Is there a specific way to dispose of unused ear drops or empty bottles?

Yes, you should take any out-of-date or unwanted medicines, including these ear drops, to your local pharmacy. They will dispose of them for you responsibly.

Can these ear drops be used for inner ear infections?

The article specifies that these ear drops are used to treat inflammation of the outer ear, specifically in conditions like otitis externa. It does not mention their use for inner ear infections, implying they are not intended for that purpose.

My child is under 2 years old, can they use these ear drops?

The article states that these ear drops are used for otitis externa in adults and in children over 2 years of age. This implies they are not suitable for children under 2.

Ces questions et réponses ont été générées à partir des informations de cet article.

Lectures complémentaires et références

Manufacturer's PIL, Flumetasone/Clioquinol 0.02% w/v/1% w/v Ear Drops solution; ADVANZ Pharma (formerly Amdipharm Ltd), The electronic Medicines Compendium. Dated April 2021.
Médicaments Complets BNF 89e Édition; Association Médicale Britannique et Société Royale Pharmaceutique de Grande-Bretagne, Londres.