The Ear Pharmacology

Question 1

antibiotic otic solution

Answer 1

Eardrops to treat otitis externa

Examples: Neomycin, polymyxin B and hydrocortisone solution, Otocort, Cortisporin, Otic Care

Question 2

antiemetics

Answer 2

Medications effective in treating the nausea associated with vertigo

Examples: meclizine, Antivert, Meni-D; prochlorperazine, Compazine

Question 3

anti-inflammatory otic solution

Answer 3

Reduces inflammation, itching, and edema associated with otitis externa

Examples: antipyrine and benzoaine, Allergan Ear Drops, A/B Otic

Question 4

wax emulsifiers

Answer 4

Substances used to soften ear-wax to prevent buildup within the external ear canal

Examples: carbamide peroxide, Debrox Drops, Murine Ear Drops