What it is used for
- Mild infection or inflammation of the outer ear canal (swimmer's ear)
- Helping to prevent outer ear infections coming back in people often exposed to water, if a doctor or pharmacist advises
How it is used
- Use it in the ear only, as the leaflet says or as your doctor or pharmacist advises
- Tilt your head so the affected ear faces up, put the drops or spray into the canal, and stay in that position for a short while
- Do not touch the ear with the tip of the bottle, and keep the ear dry during treatment
Possible side effects
- Mild stinging or burning in the ear when applied
- Rarely, irritation or allergy in the ear
Who should not use it
- A hole in the eardrum or grommets (ear tubes)
- Allergy to any ingredient in the product
Before and while using it
- See a doctor if the ear does not improve within a short time, or if there is discharge, fever, severe pain or hearing loss
- Stop it if the stinging or irritation gets worse
- For the ear only; do not swallow it or put it in the eye
Medicine interactions
- Do not use other ear drops at the same time unless your doctor or pharmacist advises it
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Use in the ear is not expected to cause harm in pregnancy or breastfeeding; ask your pharmacist first
How to store it
- Store at room temperature away from heat and moisture, out of the sight and reach of children.
Get medical help straight away if
- Your face, lips or tongue swell, or you find it hard to breathe.
- You get a severe rash, blistering or peeling skin.
- A side effect worries you or doesn’t go away: contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Questions about this medicine?
Talk to a doctor by video, or send your question by text.
Source: Standard international medicine references
This guide is general information and doesn’t replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Don’t start, stop or change a medicine without asking them, and always read the leaflet in the pack.