How to use Anauran ear drops for children

pharmachologic effect

Combined topical medication that has an anesthetic (anti-pain) and antibacterial (antimicrobial) effect.

Neomycin sulfate is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that has a detrimental effect on gram-positive microorganisms and gram-negative flora. It has little activity against Streptococcus spp.

Component polymyxin B is a polypeptide antibiotic that acts against gram-negative microflora. However, it does not show activity against some microorganisms, fungi and gram-positive cocci. Polymyxin B has a local irritating effect . Lidocaine is an anesthetic that relieves itching and pain.

Possible side effects and effects

Anauran is generally well tolerated by patients, but in rare cases local allergic reactions occur. They manifest themselves in the form of: redness, itching in the outer part of the ear canal, burning or peeling. In most cases, the entire negative reaction passes quickly enough, without the need to discontinue the drops or eliminate the patient’s adverse reactions with the help of additional treatment.

Systemic side effects are practically impossible, since the drops are applied only locally. However, in rare cases, with prolonged use of the drug, Anauran can penetrate into the blood, which is why neomycin may have a mototoxic or nephrotoxic effect.

Even if the prescribed dosage is exceeded, no cases of overdose have been officially recorded. This is due to local application and low adsorption of the treatment agent.

Despite this, a minimal chance of developing side effects is still possible. In this case, you should stop using Anauran and contact your doctor, who will give permission for further use or prescribe another drug.

Despite the fact that an overdose is unlikely, you cannot independently increase the dose of drops. This decision is made solely by the doctor!

Indications for use of the drug Anauran

Anauran ear drops are prescribed for otitis (acute form, chronic course). The drug is indicated for otitis media until perforation . Drops in the ears are prescribed for postoperative purulent complications after trefination (fenestration), tympanoplasty (restoration of the membrane), anthrotomy, radical mastoidectomy.

Anauran analogs

The medication has no direct analogues, however, there are substitutes that can be used in therapy instead of Anauran due to similar effects. Among them:

1. Otofa. French antibiotic from the rifampicin group, which can replace Anauran. Its main advantage is its high efficiency against bacteria that are resistant to penicillins and cephalosporins. It is also worth noting the possibility of use for a damaged eardrum, which cannot be said about Anauran.
2. Otipax. Both products differ in both composition and effect. Otipax is not an antibiotic, but it contains an analgesic and an anesthetic, so it is used exclusively for systematic treatment when pain and inflammation need to be relieved. If the process is not antibacterial, then it is quite acceptable to replace Anauran with this drug.
3. Tsipromed. An Indian antibacterial agent that is effective against many known pathogens. The immunity of microorganisms to the drug develops extremely slowly. However, no pronounced anti-inflammatory or analgesic effects are observed. Tsipromed is the cheapest analogue of Anauran.
4. Candibiotic. Another Indian effective remedy for otitis media. Unlike Anauran, it can destroy not only bacteria, but also fungi. In addition, anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects are noted. It is important to note that the drug has many contraindications and possible side effects; attention should be paid not only to the presence of allergies to antibacterial drugs, but also to hormonal ones. The medicine is suitable for use for the same indications as Anauran, but its use is prohibited for children under six years of age.
5. Normax. A drug containing an antibiotic from the fluoroquinolone group. In terms of its effects, it can be compared with Tsipromed, since antibiotics belong to the same group. At the same time, it is important to note the high risk of developing “side effects”. Also, the volume of the medicine is quite small, which may require purchasing an additional bottle, which will definitely affect the overall cost of treatment.

When choosing a replacement for Anauran, you should consult your doctor. Sometimes an analogue may be completely unsuitable for a particular patient and cause serious consequences.

Reviews about Anauran (general idea)

Thematic medical forums contain a variety of reviews. Many patients are quite satisfied with the result, but it is necessary to strictly follow the instructions. There are also those who did not feel the effect of the medication. Reviews of Anauran for children: the drug is well tolerated and quite quickly relieves the unpleasant symptoms of ear pathology.

Which is better Otipax or Anauran?
Judging by the reviews, both drugs have a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect and help in the treatment of otitis media. The pediatrician decides what to prescribe Anauran or Otipax for children.

Anauran – is it an antibiotic?

Some patients doubt whether Anauran is an antibiotic; this is especially important to know when it comes to the need for treatment without antibacterial drugs. It is important to know that the drug is quite strong, since it contains two antibiotics of the polypeptide and aminoglycoside series.

This factor is important to consider when it is necessary to treat otitis media in young children or pregnant or lactating women. Because, as is known, all antibiotics have a number of contraindications and side effects, making them an unsuitable medicine for treating a certain group of patients.

Despite this, the antibacterial agent is considered relatively gentle and the use of Anauran is allowed for otitis in the above patients - children and women during pregnancy or lactation. But in this case, the course of therapy should be short, otherwise there is a risk that the pathogens will develop resistance, and then the recovery process will be delayed.

Anauran price, where to buy

This medicine can be purchased at any pharmacy by providing a doctor's prescription. The price of Anauran ear drops varies depending on the sales region and pharmacy chain. The average cost of 1 bottle is 150 rubles.

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Anauran during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Drops are approved for pregnant women, but only in a situation where the benefits of treatment outweigh the risks to the fetus. The decision regarding the use of drops during pregnancy is made only by a doctor; you should not use the medicine without his permission.

During the lactation period it is also possible to use with the permission of a specialist. During the treatment period, it is recommended to stop breastfeeding and wait two days after completing the course of antibiotic therapy. This is especially important when, in addition to the drops, the patient takes another antibiotic orally.

Interactions with other drugs and similar products

Incompatibility of Anauran with the following medications has been noted:

• Monomycin;
• Netilmicin;
• Amikacin;
• Gentamicin;
• Streptomycin.

When taken simultaneously, an enhanced ototoxic effect of the above antibiotics may be observed.

Patients are often interested in what is best to use for ear diseases and whether there are analogues of the drug Anauran. In modern pharmacology, there are no drugs that contain the same active substances. Therefore, it is possible to select analogues only based on the effect they have.

Dexon and Sofradex ear drops have a similar effect, thanks to the glucocorticoids they contain. Sometimes Anauran is replaced with Otofa, but the fact is that it does not have a complex, but only an antibacterial effect. In some cases, this replacement is quite acceptable, but not always. Analogues of Otofa are Tsipromed and Normax drops. Drugs with one active ingredient that have anti-inflammatory properties are Otipax and Otinum.

As you can see, not all drugs have the same effect, so whether to prescribe Anauran or another drug can only be decided by the attending physician.

Which is better Anauran or Otipax

Otipax and Anauran - ear drops for the treatment of otitis

The drugs are available in the form of ear drops, only Otipaxa contains 10 ml in the bottle, and the volume of Anauran is 25 ml. The bottles are made of dark glass to protect from sunlight.

Main similarities and differences between the drugs:

• The manufacturer of Anauran is a French pharmaceutical company, and Otipax is manufactured in Italy.
• Both drugs contain lidocaine, which relieves pain by blocking sodium channels, which prevents nerve impulses from being transmitted. However, Otipax contains four times less of this analgesic component.
• Drops differ in other active ingredients. Anauran includes components such as neomycin and polymyxin, which have antimicrobial properties.
• In addition to lidocaine, Otipax also contains phenazone, which enhances the analgesic effect. In addition, this substance perfectly eliminates inflammation in the ears. However, phenazone does not have a bactericidal effect compared to Anauran substances.
• Both drugs are prescribed for otitis media. These drugs are good at eliminating pain. But it must be remembered that Anauran is used for a disease complicated by a bacterial infection, and Otipax is used when there is no pathogenic microflora in the ears, in the presence of viruses or fungus.
• Contraindications for use are kept to a minimum. Both Otipax and Anauran are not used in case of individual intolerance to the substances of the drugs.
• The first remedy is not allowed to be instilled into the ears if the eardrum is damaged. The second drug is not used to treat children under one year of age, and during lactation and pregnancy it is used under medical supervision. Anauran also cannot be used simultaneously with some other antibacterial agents.

Thus, it is impossible to say unequivocally which medicine is better. The effectiveness of these drugs depends on the diagnosis. Therefore, for otitis of bacterial origin, Anauran is prescribed. If the disease occurs against the background of a viral infection, then it would be advisable to use Otipax.

Conditions for storing the drug in pharmacies and clinics

Professionals working in pharmacies and clinics store Anauran in accordance with the requirements of GOST 17768-90 and instructions for use. Thus, the packaging with drops is located on the shelves of racks or display cases.

Disposal is provided for by the above GOST and is necessary when a defective or expired product is identified. Medicines are destroyed at designated remote sites by employees of certain companies that have permission and equipment to carry out such activities.

Transportation is possible only if you have instructions for use and the entire original packaging.

Description of the drug composition, release form and price

The drug "Anauran", analogues of which will be presented to you in the article, is available in the form of drops. One bottle contains 25 milliliters of the drug. It contains the following active ingredients: lidocaine, neomycin sulfate, polymyxin B sulfate. The medicine is sold without a medical prescription. The price ranges from 300 to 380 rubles for “Anauran” drops. Analogues of the drug can be found at a more affordable cost. There are also drugs that will cost more. You should not rely on the price category of drugs when choosing a treatment complex. Always listen to a specialist and follow his recommendations.

Anauran or Otipax which is better

This question is quite difficult to answer, since both drugs have different compositions and spectrum of action. The structure of Otipax includes an analgesic and anesthetic substance, but there is no antibacterial component. Therefore, the medication can only be used to eliminate the inflammatory process and pain.

When choosing between Anauran and Otipax, which is better, only the attending doctor can answer in each specific situation. If this is not a bacterial infection, then Otipax will have the advantage. And if the infection is provoked by pathogens, then, most likely, Anauran will be prescribed.

Release form and properties

Pharmaceutical companies produce Anauran in the form of a liquid for instillation in the ear. Externally, it is transparent and does not have any specific odor. The drops are packaged in a bottle made of tinted glass and placed in a cardboard box. There is a control over the opening of the product. For the convenience of consumers, the cap is equipped with a pipette, which makes it very easy to draw up the required amount of product. The standard volume of Anauran is 25 ml.

Anauran is a combination drug that fights bacteria, providing an anesthetic effect.

The composition includes the following active substances:

• Neomycin sulfate is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that has a detrimental effect on gram-positive (staphylococcal, pneumococcal, etc.) and gram-negative (coliform, dysentery bacilli, etc.) microorganisms. It has low activity against streptococci and does not affect pathogenic fungi or viral infections.
• Polymyxin B is an antibiotic, cyclic polypeptide. Effective against gram-negative microflora. Has a local irritant effect.
• Lidocaine is an active anesthetic that can eliminate the unpleasant symptoms of the disease: pain and itching.

In addition to the active ingredients, Anauran ear drops include auxiliary components:

• Glycerol is the simplest trihydric alcohol.
• Benzalkonium chloride is a substance with antifungal, antiprotozoal, spermaticidal effects.
• Propylene glycol is a dihydric alcohol with hygroscopic properties.
• Prepared and purified water.

The pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of the drug Anauran have not been previously studied.

Best before date

The batch number, release date and expiration date are indicated either on the top or bottom of the cardboard packaging, as well as on the label of the drop bottle itself. The shelf life of the drug is 36 months. Storing the product in the refrigerator is reasonable if the temperature in the apartment rises above +25°C.

The use of drops 5-10 days before the expiration date is permissible, provided that all recommendations for their storage are followed.

After opening the bottle, the product can be stored and used for no more than three months, and any leftovers can be disposed of.

Over time, the effectiveness of the medicine may decrease, as well as the formation of sediment. This is due to the regular and natural process of decomposition of some components of the substance.

Before purchasing drops, you must ensure the appropriate expiration date. If the product has already been stored at home for some time, then you need to inspect the solution itself. It is a clear, colorless liquid without odor, impurities or undissolved particles.

The use of Anauran after the expiration date is prohibited. It will not cause harm to health, but it will not provide a therapeutic effect either.

Instructions for use and dosage

According to the instructions for children, as well as adults, Anauran ear drops should be instilled into the external auditory canal, in each alternately, tilting the head in the opposite direction and keeping the head tilted for several minutes after administration of the drug (preferably at least 10 minutes). Before instilling the drops, do not forget to warm the bottle in your palms

The drug is used for children in a dosage of 2-3 drops 3-4 times a day, at the discretion of the attending physician. The duration of the course of treatment is also determined by the doctor, but not longer than 7 days, since bacteria may become accustomed to the antibiotics in Anauran.

How to store

Home conditions can be called quite suitable for storing the drug. It is best to choose a dark and dry place in one of the rooms, where the temperature does not rise above +25°C and does not fall below +15°C. A prerequisite is inaccessibility to children.

Do not freeze the drops or heat them in any way. Do not expose to sunlight, protect from moisture.

Analogue drugs:

• Auridexan;
• Aurisan;
• Miramidesis;
• Otofa;
• Fugentin.