Why is this medicine prescribed to you? What do you need to know before you use it? Docusate otic is prescribed to soften and remove earwax. • Inform your doctor or pharmacist: - if you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breastfeeding; How do you use it? - if you have any of the following conditions: allergy, Use docusate otic exactly as instructed by your doctor burst or perforated ear drum, ear infection or sore; for it to be effective. - if you are using any other prescription or over-the- • Docusate otic is for use in the ears only. counter (OTC) medicines and dietary or herbal • Wash and dry your hands before and after applying this supplements. medicine. • Keep a regular check-up schedule. Your doctor may • Clean your ear canal well and dry with a cotton applicator prescribe tests to check and monitor your progress while before applying this medicine. under treatment with this medicine. • Lie on your side or tilt your head so the infected ear • If you need to undergo surgery or dental procedure, is facing upwards. Gently pull the earlobe to straighten inform your doctor or dentist that you are using this the ear canal and apply the prescribed dose into the medicine before going through it. canal. Keep the ear facing up for about 1-2 minutes • Side effects may possibly occur as with most medicines. to allow the medicine to penetrate the affected area. You may not experience any side effect; however, if you • Do not use more amounts or more often or use for experience any of these side effects with docusate otic, a longer period than prescribed by your doctor. inform your doctor immediately, especially if they • Do not touch or wash the dropper or tip of the tube or let become severe or persistent: ear irritation, pain or it touch your ears or any other surface. stinging and allergic reactions such as hives, difficulty • If you forget to use this medicine on schedule, use it breathing and swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat. immediately as you remember. However, if it is already • The side effects mentioned here are not complete and time for the next dose, just proceed with your next others may occur. If you observe other side effects or regular dose schedule. reactions, call your doctor for advice. • Do not stop use unless advised by your doctor. • Do not share your medicine with others even if you have the same disease symptoms.
How do you handle it before and after use?
Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep the medicine out of children's reach. Discard it properly when it is expired or no longer needed.
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