Surfaz Ear Drop
Product introduction
Surfaz Ear Drop is an antifungal medication. It is used in the treatment of fungal ear infection. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
Surfaz Ear Drop is for external use only. Never use drops if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands before using it. Follow the instructions given by your doctor and use it in the dose and duration suggested by the doctor. Do not stop using it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better.
Some of the common side effects include ear discomfort. If the side effects bother you or do not go away, let your doctor know.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way it works but talk to your doctor before using it if you have used a similar medicine before and had an allergic reaction. This medicine should only be used if it is clearly needed during pregnancy.
Surfaz Ear Drop is for external use only. Never use drops if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands before using it. Follow the instructions given by your doctor and use it in the dose and duration suggested by the doctor. Do not stop using it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better.
Some of the common side effects include ear discomfort. If the side effects bother you or do not go away, let your doctor know.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way it works but talk to your doctor before using it if you have used a similar medicine before and had an allergic reaction. This medicine should only be used if it is clearly needed during pregnancy.
Uses of Surfaz Ear Drop
Benefits of Surfaz Ear Drop
In Treatment of Fungal infections
Surfaz Ear Drop is an antifungal medicine. It kills and prevents the growth of fungus. This relieves the symptoms caused by the infection. It may be used to treat infections such as ringworm, athlete’s foot, fungal nappy rash, and fungal sweat rash. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed even if your symptoms have gone. This will prevent the infection from coming back. Using this medicine as prescribed will relieve pain and itching and may help you feel more comfortable with your skin.
Side effects of Surfaz 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 Surfaz
- Ear discomfort
- Blisters
- Skin peeling
- Swelling
- Application site irritation
How to use Surfaz 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 Surfaz Ear Drop works
Surfaz Ear Drop is an antifungal medication which treats ear infections. It destroys the cell membrane of the fungi that cause superficial infections of the outer or middle ear, thereby killing them.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Surfaz Ear Drop is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Surfaz Ear Drop is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- 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 eye/ear, to avoid contamination.
- Talk to your doctor if your symptoms haven't started to improve within two days of starting treatment, if they get worse during treatment or if you get another eye /ear infection.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the medication.
- Few tips to prevent infection:
- Keep your feet clean and dry, particularly between the toes.
- Cut your nails short and prefer open-toe shoes for everyday use.
- Keep your vagina clean and dry.
- Use a separate clean towel for the infected area.
- Take a shower with antifungal soap after gyming or severe sweating.
- Never share your socks, shoes, and towel with others.
- Apply a sufficient amount to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Inform your doctor if the infection does not clear up even after four weeks of treatment.
- If used topically on the nipple area, wash breasts before feeding your child.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Azole derivatives {Imidazoles}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Surfaz Ear Drop? What is it used for?
Surfaz Ear Drop is a medicine that belongs to a class of medicines known as antifungal medicines. It is used in the treatment of fungal ear infections. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane, thereby providing relief from symptoms of infection.
Is Surfaz Ear Drop safe to use for a long time?
Surfaz Ear Drop should not be used for more than 7 days, unless your doctor tells you to. Due to prolonged use, the fungal infection may become resistant to Surfaz Ear Drop which means it will no longer work properly. If you have been having the infection for more than 6 months, please talk to your doctor. You may need to change the dose or probably a different or more efficient medicine.
How does Surfaz Ear Drop work?
Surfaz Ear Drop works by killing the causative fungi by destroying its cell membrane. This helps to relieve the symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness, thereby treating the infection.
How long does Surfaz Ear Drop take to work?
Surfaz Ear Drop starts working as early as 3 days. The itching and discharge (if any) are the first ones to get better. Pain and soreness may take a little longer to resolve, as long as 7 days. But, if it takes longer, or if your symptoms do not subside or get worse, please consult your doctor immediately.
What if I forget to take a dose of Surfaz Ear Drop?
If you forget to take a dose of Surfaz Ear Drop, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
I feel better now, can I stop taking Surfaz Ear Drop?
No, you should not stop taking Surfaz Ear Drop suddenly without talking to your doctor. This is because your symptoms may worsen and your infection may return. Remember, your symptoms may improve and you may feel better before the infection is completely cleared. Stopping the medication too early could allow the fungus to continue to grow and hence, prevent complete healing.
When should Surfaz Ear Drop be avoided?
Use of Surfaz Ear Drop should be avoided in people with known allergy to Surfaz Ear Drop or any of its components. If you are not aware of any allergy, or if you are using Surfaz Ear Drop for the first time, consult your doctor.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Surfaz Ear Drop?
Keep Surfaz Ear Drop in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose off the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any potential harm or misuse.
What if Surfaz Ear Drop is swallowed accidentally or goes into the eyes?
If Surfaz Ear Drop is swallowed accidentally, rinse your mouth with water immediately. If it goes accidentally into the eyes, wash with plenty of water. In any of the cases, contact your doctor immediately.
What is Surfaz Ear Drop used for?
Surfaz Ear Drop is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm (fungal skin infection that causes a red scaly rash on different parts of the body), athlete’s foot (fungal infection of the skin on the feet and between the toes), fungal nappy rash and fungal sweat rash. It is also used to relieve irritation of the vulva (external thrush) and irritation occurring at the end of the penis, which may be associated with thrush.
Surfaz Ear Drop is effective against which fungi?
Surfaz Ear Drop is effective against Trichophyton species which cause ringworm infection, athlete’s foot, and jock itch (fungal infection of the skin in the groin or buttocks). It is also effective against yeast known as Candida which commonly causes vaginal thrush (infection caused by an overgrowth of yeast called Candida albicans).
I have started using Surfaz Ear Drop. By when can I expect to start seeing the improvements?
The symptoms of skin infection, such as itching or soreness, should improve within a few days of treatment. However, the signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear. Do not stop applying this medicine before the duration advised by your doctor, even if you feel better.
What precautions are necessary while applying Surfaz Ear Drop?
Always wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying Surfaz Ear Drop. If you are using the cream for an infected foot, wash and dry your feet thoroughly before applying the cream, especially between the toes, before applying the cream. Surfaz Ear Drop should be applied thinly and evenly and rubbed gently onto the affected areas two or three times daily.
For how long should I apply Surfaz Ear Drop? Can I stop if the symptoms have completely disappeared?
The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection. In general, the treatment is continued for 1 month for tinea infection and for at least 15 days for candida infection. Do not stop the treatment on your own even if you feel better because the infection may come back as it takes some time to kill the fungus.
Is Surfaz Ear Drop safe to use in children?
Surfaz Ear Drop is safe for children only if taken as directed by the doctor. It should be given to children in the correct dose only for the prescribed length of time. Minor side effects may occur but usually, they are not bothersome. However, if you develop a burning sensation, redness, and itching (which is severe in nature), stop the medicine and contact your doctor.
Are there any measures that should be taken to help a faster recovery?
Keep the affected skin areas clean and dry but avoid excessive rubbing. You may have the urge to scratch because of itchiness but avoid scratching as it will damage the surface of the skin and cause the infection to spread further. Do not share towels, bath mats, etc. with other people as you could spread the infection to them.
Does Surfaz Ear Drop affect contraception?
Surfaz Ear Drop may reduce the effectiveness of rubber contraceptives, like diaphragms and condoms. If you are using the cream on the vulva or penis, you should use alternative methods of contraception, for at least 5 days after using Surfaz Ear Drop.
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