Description Posatex Otic Suspension is prescribed to treat otitis externa associated with susceptible strains of yeast and bacteria in your canine companion. Posatex comes as an eardrop for easy and direct administration. Uses Posatex Otic Suspension is indicated for the treatment of otitis externa in dogs with susceptible strains of yeast and bacteria. Possible Side Effects Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to your pet. Drug & Food Interactions Posatex Otic Suspension is contraindicated in dogs with known or suspected hypersensitivity to quinolones, mometasone furoate monohydrate, or posaconazole. Do not use in dogs with known tympanic perforation. Precautions The use of Posatex Otic Suspension in dogs with perforated tympanic membranes has not been evaluated. The integrity of the tympanic membranes should be confirmed before administering this product. Avoid prolonged or repeated use of Posatex Otic Suspension. Long-term use of topical otic corticosteroids has been associated with adrenocortical suppression and iatrogenic hyperadrenocorticism in dogs. The safe use of Posatex Otic Suspension in dogs used for breeding purposes, during pregnancy or in lactating dogs, has not been evaluated. Prescribing Information See all items by Posatex Watch our Posatex video Item Number 146091 Common Brand Name(s) Posatex Dosage Measure 7 days For Use With Dogs Generic Name Orbifloxacin, Mometasone Furoate Monohydrat, Posaconazole Brand Merck Product Form Suspension Health Condition Ear Infections Drug Type Antibiotic, Antifungal, Anti-inflammatory Ingredients Ingredients 10 Mg of Orbifloxacin; Mometasone Furoate Monohydrate equivalent to 1 Mg Mometasone Furoate; and 1 Mg of Posaconazole. Instructions Recommended Dosage Shake well before use. For dogs weighing less than 30 lbs, give 4 drops once daily into the ear canal. For dogs weighing 30 lbs or more, give 8 drops once daily into the ear canal. Storage Instructions Store at temperatures between 35.6° - 86°F. FAQ What is Posatex Otic Suspension? Posatex Otic Suspension is an anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal medication for dogs that treats otitis externa associated with susceptible strains of yeast and bacteria. What are the benefits of Posatex Otic Suspension? Treats strains of infections caused by bacteria and yeast like Malassezia pachydermatis. Potent anti-inflammatory treatment for dogs. Simple once-a-day dosing into the ear canal. How is this medication given? Use as directed by your veterinarian. How does this medication work? Posatex Otic Suspension contains anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties to treat otitis externa, which is inflammation in the ear canal due to yeast and bacteria. Dogs with floppy ears tend to more susceptible to otitis externa since there is a limited amount of air-flow to the ear which creates a moist dark environment where bacteria and yeast thrive. Posatex Otic Suspension works by combining a broad spectrum antibiotic called Orbifloxacin, a potent anti-inflammatory agent called Mometasone Furoate Monohydrate and Novel triazole, an antifungal new to animal health.
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