Drug Name: EARSOL-HC EARSOL-HC DESCRIPTION: HYDROCORTISONE/YERBA SANTA EAR DROPS (hi-dro-KORT-ih-sown/YUR-buh SAN-tuh) COMMON EARSOL-HC BRAND NAME(S): Earsol-HC EARSOL-HC SIDE EFFECTS: EARSOL-HC may temporarily sting when first applied. If it persists or becomes bothersome, inform your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop: skin rash, itching, redness, swelling in or around the ears. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. HOW TO USE EARSOL-HC: EARSOL-HC: Use this as prescribed. To apply medication, wash hands first. Be careful not to touch the dropper tip or let it touch the affected area to avoid contamination. Shake suspension form well before using. Lie on your side or turn the affected ear upward to make application easier. Place the prescribed number of drops in the ear. Avoid touching the ear canal. Keep the ear tilted for one to two minutes. A small piece of clean cotton may be placed in the ear to prevent drops from escaping. EARSOL-HC USES: EARSOL-HC is used to treat swelling and itching of the ear (otic). EARSOL-HC PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history especially of: ear infections, herpes, any drug allergies. EARSOL-HC DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all medicines you may use, both prescription and nonprescription, especially of any other ear medicines. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. EARSOL-HC OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. EARSOL-HC NOTES: Do not share EARSOL-HC with others. MISSED EARSOL-HC DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up. EARSOL-HC STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from sunlight. Avoid freezing. |