What are antibiotics for otitis in children and adults?

Otitis appears to be a very common ear disease, which is equally common in both children and adults. It should be noted that this ailment can manifest itself in various forms, in the treatment of which it is necessary to use various antibiotic drugs.

Antibiotics for otitis in children

Today, pharmaceutics offers a huge number of antibiotics used in the treatment of otitis in babies. Consider only those that doctors appoint most often.

1. The tool "Sophradex". An antibiotic is prescribed for otitis and is released in the form of ointments, and in the form of ear drops. Used topically: either for instillation into the ear canal, or for lubrication. The main components of the drug are dexamethasone, gramicidin, neomin. The drug has good anti-inflammatory, anti-allergenic properties, and is also designed to block the multiplication of bacteria. In general, the drug "Sofreks" has a fairly wide range of applications, however, like any other antibiotics in otitis media, it requires preliminary consultation with the doctor.

2. The drug "Amoxicillin" is available both in powder and in tablets. Indicated for ingestion. This antibiotic has an excellent bactericidal action and, like the "Sofradex", is used in the treatment of various diseases. The dosage and the frequency of administration of the medicine is prescribed only by the doctor.

3. The drug "Clarithromycin" refers to a group of drugs-macrolides. This antibiotic also has bactericidal properties, but it is prescribed only to children who have already reached the age of 12 years. The drug is taken orally according to the instructions, or according to the scheme that the doctor prescribed for the child.

4. The antibiotic "Roxithromycin" also refers to macrolides. The antibiotic should be taken as prescribed by the doctor.

5. The agent "Ceftriaxone" is an antibiotic of a very wide spectrum of action. It is used either by ingestion, or by injection into the muscle. Dosage and multiplicity should be used by those indicated in the instructions for the appropriate age of the baby, or those recommended by an ENT doctor.

Babies who have not reached the age of 2, antibiotics in otitis are mandatory appointed. But older children can prescribe treatment with other drugs, however, in case of complications, there is still a need to resort to drugs of this series.

Antibiotics for otitis in adults

1. The drug "Roxithromycin", referring to macrolides, as a rule, should be taken orally twice a day and strictly before meals. The standard single dose is 0.15 g, but it can be adjusted by the doctor individually.

2. The drug "Amoxicillin" is available both in powder and in tablets. It is indicated for ingestion. This antibiotic has an excellent bactericidal action, it is used in the treatment of various diseases. The dosage and the frequency of administration of the medicine is prescribed only by the doctor.

3. Antibiotic "Cefuroxime" can be administered intravenously or intramuscularly. In addition, the antibiotic is available in a form intended for oral administration. Very effective in terms of bactericidal properties. However, women in the situation and breastfeeding medication is prescribed with caution. Typically, the doctor recommends a one-off dosage of taking in the form of 0.25 grams of medication, and multiplicity sets - twice a day. In acute forms of the disease, the dosage can be doubled.

It should be noted that any antibiotic, when administered, often leads to the defeat not only of pathogenic, but also beneficial intestinal flora. Therefore, after the course of treatment, the doctor, as a rule, prescribes the administration of bifidobacteria and preparations on their basis.