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Acetic acid is used to restore the pH of the external ear canal, inhibiting bacterial growth. True or False?
Acetic acid is used to restore the pH of the external ear canal, inhibiting bacterial growth. True or False?
True
The drug chloramphenicol inhibits bacterial protein synthesis in both gram positive and negative organisms. True or False?
The drug chloramphenicol inhibits bacterial protein synthesis in both gram positive and negative organisms. True or False?
True
Docusate sodium is used as a wax remover in the ear. True or False?
Docusate sodium is used as a wax remover in the ear. True or False?
True
Ciprofloxacin is indicated for use as a 2nd line medicine in chronic secretary otitis media. True or False?
Ciprofloxacin is indicated for use as a 2nd line medicine in chronic secretary otitis media. True or False?
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Betamethasone + Neomycin can be safely used in pregnancy and lactation. True or False?
Betamethasone + Neomycin can be safely used in pregnancy and lactation. True or False?
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What is the drug MOA of Docusate sodium?
What is the drug MOA of Docusate sodium?
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How many drops of Sodium bicarbonate ear drops should be used twice daily for 3-5 days?
How many drops of Sodium bicarbonate ear drops should be used twice daily for 3-5 days?
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What is the drug MOA of Xylometazoline?
What is the drug MOA of Xylometazoline?
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What are the indications for using Normal saline nasal drops/spray?
What are the indications for using Normal saline nasal drops/spray?
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What is the drug MOA of Nystatin?
What is the drug MOA of Nystatin?
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Study Notes
Acetic Acid
- Used to restore the external ear canal's pH, which helps inhibit bacterial growth.
Chloramphenicol
- Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis and is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.
Docusate Sodium
- Commonly utilized as a wax remover in the ear.
Ciprofloxacin
- Indicated as a second-line medication for chronic secretory otitis media.
Betamethasone + Neomycin
- Combined formulation is deemed unsafe for use during pregnancy and lactation.
Drug Mechanism of Action (MOA): Docusate Sodium
- Acts as a surfactant, facilitating easier removal of earwax by softening it.
Sodium Bicarbonate Ear Drops Usage
- Recommended dosage is specific drops to be administered twice daily for a duration of 3-5 days.
Drug Mechanism of Action (MOA): Xylometazoline
- Functions as a sympathomimetic agent that constricts nasal blood vessels, reducing nasal congestion.
Indications for Normal Saline Nasal Drops/Spray
- Used to relieve nasal congestion, moisturize nasal passages, and assist in sinus drainage.
Drug Mechanism of Action (MOA): Nystatin
- Binds to ergosterol in the fungal cell membrane, causing pores to form and leading to cell leakage and fungal cell death.
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Test your knowledge about medicines acting on the ear, nose, and throat, including antimicrobials, antiseptics, corticosteroids, and decongestants. Understand the mechanism of action and pharmacokinetics of ENT antimicrobial drug Chloramphenicol.
