

It is effective against the yeast Malassezia pachydermatis (formerly Pityrosporum canis) that causes ear infections in dogs.

Clotrimazole in Otomax Suspension is a broad spectrum antifungal used to treat fungal infections of the skin. Betamethasone in Otomax Suspension is a synthetic corticosteroid that works as an effective anti-inflammatory by blocking the production of inflammatory chemicals like prostaglandins and leukotrienes also cyclooxygenase (COX 1 and COX 2), the enzymes specifically involved in prostaglandin production. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which prevents the bacteria from producing important proteins needed to grow and kills the bacteria. Gentamicin sulphate in Otomax Suspension is an aminoglycoside antibiotic and is effective against a wide range of susceptible bacteria that can cause ear infection in dogs. Otomax Suspension contains three medications for topical treatment of ear infection and inflammation in dogs. Otomax Suspension is also effective for treating inflammation that is caused by the infection and helps relieve symptoms including itching, discomfort, redness and swelling. Otitis externa is an infection of the outer ear that is caused by fungi and/or bacteria. Other congenital anomalies including deformed forelegs, phocomelia, and anasarca have been reported in offspring of dogs which received corticosteroids during pregnancy.Ĭlinical and experimental data have demonstrated that corticosteroids administered orally or parenterally to animals may induce the first stage of parturition if used during the last trimester of pregnancy and may precipitate premature parturition followed by dystocia, fetal death, retained placenta, and metritis.Otomax Suspension is a combination medication used as a topical treatment for chronic and acute otitis externa in dogs.

If hearing or vestibular dysfunction is noted during the course of treatment, discontinue use of OTOMAX ointment immediately and flush the ear canal thoroughly with a nonototoxic solution.Ĭorticosteroids administered to dogs, rabbits, and rodents during pregnancy have resulted in cleft palate in offspring. The hearing deficit is usually temporary. The use of OTOMAX ointment has been associated with deafness or partial hearing loss in a small number of sensitive dogs (eg, geriatric). Add Info Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
