General Information on Epi-Otic
Epi-Otic is a skin and ear cleanser for dogs and cats which helps remove the necrotic or dead tissues and debris that surface due to superficial skin lesions. The drug thereby provides the perfect environment for tissue growth or regeneration. It is available in the form of a clear pale blue liquid, and the ingredients include Aliphatic glycol, lactic acid, water, and other nonhazardous constituents.
Epi-Otic works as an antiseptic and keratolytic and makes use of glycotechnology to prevent pseudomonas bacteria from attaching themselves to the surface of the pet’s skin. The application of Epi-Otic ensures the elimination of yeast build-up and bacteria, which helps prevent severe irritation in cats and dogs. Epi-Otic advanced ear cleanser also consists of secondary ingredients like Salicylic acid, Disodium EDTA, l-rhamnose, d-galactose, d-mannose, and PCMX. You can buy Epi-Otic only if it has been prescribed by the veterinarian.
Side effects of Epi-Otic
There are no known mild or serious side effects of Epi-Otic in cats and dogs.
Precautions
Epi-Otic is used as an ear cleaner, and as such, it must never come in contact with the eyes or nose of a dog or cat. Even the smallest trace of Epi-Otic in the eye can lead to temporary blindness in both cats and dogs. You need to be careful while administering this drug to your pet. Epi-Otic should also be kept out of reach of children and infants as any accidental intake or contact with this drug can lead to stomach problems and poisoning in some cases. While administering Epi-Otic to your dog or cat, ensure that it is not applied on an area where a rash or skin infection already exists, as it can cause severe skin irritation. Epi-Otic should not be used in pets that have been diagnosed with severe ear problems like ruptured tympanic membranes or a ruptured eardrum.
Epi-Otic Dosage
Epi-Otic is available in the form of 60ml and 125ml bottles and is applied in the ears of dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens to remove crust, dirt, and scales. You can initially start treatment with Epi-Otic 60ml and then buy Epi-Otic 125ml over time if your veterinary doctor recommends you to increase the dosage for your pet’s condition. Ensure that the Epi-Otic bottle is shaken well before use. The drug comes along with a nozzle that has to be placed in the ear of your pet to ensure that Epi-Otic flows well through the ear canal. The next step is to gently rub the base of the ear of your pet after application. After a few minutes, use a lightly moistened swab to wipe the interior regions of the ear flap clean. You can use Epi-Otic two to three times a week or daily as advised by your vet. The drug should be stored at room temperature.
Interactions
Epi-Otic is not known to have any interactions with other ear or skin cleansing gels, creams, or drugs. It is meant for animal use only and should not come in contact with your eyes, mouth, or nose.
