Simercetin Ear Drop is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is instilled in the ear to treat infections of the ear caused by bacteria. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems.

Simercetin Ear Drop helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. Follow your doctor’s instructions precisely for administering this medicine in the ear. Wait for at least 5 minutes before applying any other medication to the same ear. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

It is active against many types of bacteria. However, it will not work for other types of ear infections (e.g. viral) and therefore, should only be used if prescribed by your doctor. Unnecessary use of this antibiotic can lead to unpleasant side effects and a decrease in its effectiveness in the future.

The most common side effect seen after administration is temporary ear discomfort. Inform your doctor if this persists or if your condition worsens. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. This medicine should not be used for longer than one week.

Uses of Simercetin Ear Drop

Ear infection

Benefits of Simercetin Ear Drop

In Ear infection

Simercetin Ear Drop is used to treat ear infections caused by microorganisms such as bacteria. It stops the growth of infection causing microorganisms, thereby clearing the infection. It also helps relieve symptoms such as itching, redness, swelling and ear discharge. Therefore this medicine relieves the inflammation due to these infections.

You should use Simercetin Ear Drop for as long as it is prescribed, even if your symptoms disappear, otherwise they may come back. Even after your infection is completely cured, you may have to use it occasionally to prevent the symptoms from returning.

Side effects of Simercetin Ear Drop

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Simercetin

Ear discomfort

How to use Simercetin Ear Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside ear.

How Simercetin Ear Drop works

Simercetin Ear Drop is an antibiotic which stops the growth of bacteria that cause ear infections. It does so by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This does not directly kill the bacteria, but prevents them from increasing in numbers, and eventually clears up the ear infection.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Simercetin Ear Drop is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Simercetin Ear Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Simercetin Ear Drop?

If you miss a dose of Simercetin Ear Drop, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Simercetin Ear Drop

₹13.4/Ear Drop

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CED Ear Drop

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Simercetin Ear Drop for the treatment of bacterial infections of the ear.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your ear, to avoid contamination.
It should not be used for longer than one week.
Lie with the affected ear uppermost for at least ten minutes after putting the drops to avoid the drops running out.
Discard after 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Amphenicols

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Chloramphenicol

Patient concerns

Ear itchin. And redness during day time more and decreased hearing loss pain sensitive

Dr. Shubhra Chandan Pradhan

ENT

It can be ear infection with fungal infection. Get your ear checked by as ENT specialist

Ear discharge because of swimming

Dr. Shubhra Chandan Pradhan

ENT

It's infection in ear. Can be a hole in ear. Get your ear checked

FAQs

How long does Simercetin Ear Drop takes to work?

Usually, Simercetin Ear Drop starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

What if I don't get better after using Simercetin Ear Drop?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop taking Simercetin Ear Drop when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Simercetin Ear Drop and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

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