During the treatment of otitis, the use of antiseptic and antimicrobial agents, for example, Otypax, is of great importance. This local medicine is intended for instillation in the ears, it is considered a combined remedy, additionally producing the effect of anesthesia. Not every patient is fit with Otypax, and its analogs are not represented by a very extensive list, but there are a lot of generics for the medicament.
What can replace Otipax?
The following names completely coincide in composition with the drug under consideration:
- Ototon;
- Droplex;
- Oticain.
Also analogues of ear drops Otypaks, similar on active ingredients, but having other concentration are appointed:
- Furotalgin;
- Otisol;
- Otyrerelax;
- Phenazone with lidocaine (mixing is necessary);
- Folikap.
All of the above local medications produce a simultaneous anti-inflammatory, bacteriostatic and analgesic effect. They do not contain antibiotics.
If the treatment does not have the desired effect or is not suitable because of allergic reactions, hypersensitivity to the ingredients, you need to replace the drug. Otorhinolaryngologists often recommend combination drops with antibiotic components:
- Anaura;
- Otofa;
- Sophradex .
Let us examine them in more detail and compare the properties.
What is better - Anauran or Otypax?
The first indicated preparation consists of a combination of the antibiotic Neomycin, Lidocaine and Polymyxin B. It produces the same anesthetic effect as Otipax, but has more pronounced antimicrobial activity. As a rule, Anauran is prescribed only for acute otitis with the release of purulent masses from the ear.
When choosing between the two described local remedies, it is important to pay attention to the form of otitis, as well as the presence of damage to the tympanic membrane . If they take place, it is better to purchase Anauran.
It should also be remembered that antibiotics often cause resistance of microorganisms to the active substance, therefore, whenever possible, it is necessary to avoid their long-term use.
More effective than Otofa or Otypax?
Bactericidal drops with Rifamycin at the base are used usually in otitis media. Therefore, Otofa is preferred in the case of severe stages of the disease, as well as a chronic form of pathology.
At the same time, ENT specialists rarely advise this drug due to the lack of anesthetic components in it. In addition, Otoffe does not have an anti-inflammatory property, whereas Otypax suppresses pain and redness, and swelling of the ear canal.
It is important to note that Otof drops are safe in perforation (injuries of various origins) of the tympanic membrane. Otypax is not recommended for use in such situations.
Does Otipax or Sofraxd help faster?
Otipax helps slower and does not have such pronounced antimicrobial activity, but it is much safer than Софрадекса and does not cause complications.