Osurnia
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What is Osurnia?
Osurnia is an antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory otic gel meant for the treatment of otitis externa (ear infection) in dogs. This solution quickly treats ear infections with just two doses per ear, given one week apart. After using Osurnia on your dog, you don't have to clean the ears for 45 days. The alcohol-free gel formulation comes in a soft flexible tip that is gentle on dog's ears. Osurnia is available in a 2 x 1 ml and 20 x 1 ml carton of premeasured single-dose tubes and requires a prescription from your veterinarian. Osurnia requires refrigeration. To ensure proper temperature, it requires overnight shipping at an additional cost.
For:
Dogs
Benefits:
- Antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory
- Treats ear infections
- Alcohol-free gel
- Gentle on dog's ears
- Comes in convenient premeasured single-dose tubes
How does Osurnia work?
Osurnia's gel formulation coats and adheres to the entire ear canal and remains in place to fight otitis externa for up to 45 days by naturally dissolving in ear wax. Florfenicol, one of the ingredients, prevents the growth of bacteria. Terbinafine is an antifungal, which prevents the growth of fungi, and betamethasone acetate exhibits anti-inflammatory activity.
Cautions:
For otic use in dogs only. The safe use of Osurnia in dogs used for breeding purposes, during pregnancy, or in lactating dogs hasn't been evaluated. Do not administer orally. The use of Osurnia in dogs with perforated tympanic membranes (eardrum) hasn't been evaluated. Use with caution in dogs with impaired hepatic (liver) function.
Brand Name:
Osurnia
Generic Name:
florfenicol, terbinafine, betamethasone acetate
What is the most important thing I should know about Osurnia?
Osurnia is available in a 2 x 1 ml and 20 x 1 ml carton of premeasured single-dose tubes and requires a prescription from your veterinarian. Osurnia requires refrigeration. To ensure proper temperature, it requires overnight shipping at an additional cost. Osurnia contains 10 mg of florfenicol, 10 mg of terbinafine and 1 mg of betamethasone acetate per ml. Clean and dry the external ear canal before administering the initial dose. Administer one dose (1 tube) per affected ear(s) and repeat administration in 7 days. Do not clean the ear canal for 45 days after the initial administration to allow contact of the gel with the ear canal. Cleaning the ear after administration may affect product effectiveness.
What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving Osurnia to my pet?
Tell your veterinarian if your dog is hypersensitive to florfenicol, terbinafine, or corticosteroids. Consult with your veterinarian to make sure your dog's eardrum is intact.
How should Osurnia be applied?
Clean and dry the external ear canal before administering the initial dose. Administer one dose (1 tube) per affected ear(s) and repeat administration in 7 days. Do not clean the ear canal for 45 days after the initial administration to allow contact of the gel with the ear canal. Cleaning the ear after administration may affect product effectiveness. Open the tube by twisting the soft tip. Insert the flexible tip into the affected external ear canal(s) and squeeze entire tube contents into the external ear canal(s). After application gently massage the base of the ear to allow the gel to penetrate to the lower part of the ear canal.
What are the potential side effects of Osurnia?
Possible side effects of Osurnia can include vomiting, increased liver enzymes and transient loss of hearing.
What happens if I miss giving a dose of Osurnia?
Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is close to the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not give a double dose.
What happens if I overdose my pet on Osurnia?
If an overdose is suspected, contact your veterinarian.
What should I avoid while giving Osurnia to my pet?
Do not use in dogs with known tympanic perforation. Do not use in dogs with a hypersensitivity to florfenicol, terbinafine or corticosteroids. Use with caution in dogs with impaired hepatic (liver) function.
What other drugs will affect Osurnia?
Tell your veterinarian if your pet is taking any other medications or supplements.
Osurnia Directions:
- Clean and dry the external ear canal before administering the initial dose of the product
- Administer one dose (1 tube) per affected ear(s) and repeat administration in 7 days.
- Do not clean the ear canal for 45 days after the initial administration to allow contact of the gel with the ear canal. Cleaning the ear after administration may affect product effectiveness.
- Open the tube by twisting the soft tip. Insert the flexible tip into the affected external ear canal(s) and squeeze entire tube contents into the external ear canal(s).
- After application gently massage the base of the ear to allow the gel to penetrate to the lower part of the ear canal.
Wear gloves during the administration or wash hands immediately after application.
Osurnia Dosage:
Weight | Dosage |
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All weights | Administer 1 tube per affected ear then repeat in 7 days or as directed by your veterinarian. |
Cats | Do not use! |
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Horses | Do not use! |
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Storage:
Osurnia should be stored under refrigerated conditions, 36-46 degrees Fahrenheit, for up to three months. To facilitate comfort during administration, Osurnia may be brought to room temperature. Keep out of reach of children.
Osurnia Ingredients:
Active Ingredients (per ml) | Amount |
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Florfenicol | 10 mg |
Terbinafine | 10 mg |
Betamethasone acetate | 1 mg |
Other Ingredients:Propylene carbonate, glycerol formal, hypromellose, phospholipid, oleic acid and BHT in an off-white to slightly yellow translucent gel. |