ENT Pharm

Question 1

Otitis Media Recommended duration of treatment

Answer 1

10 Days

Question 2

Otitis Media Prophylaxis

Answer 2

For children who have had 3 infections in 3 months
4 episodes in 6 months
6 episodes in 12 months
Amoxicillin 20mg/kg/d for 3-6 months

Question 3

treatment of OE and prevention

Answer 3

5% aluminum acetate (Burow’s Solution)

Burow’s solution is an effective remedy against both bacterial and fungal external otitis.

Question 4

Debrox (OTC)

Answer 4

Indications:  Cerumen removal
Contraindications:
Perforated TM
Ear drainage or discharge
Ear pain or irritation

Question 5

For Allergic Rhinitis Medications

Answer 5

Intranasal glucocorticoids (topical)
Beclomethasone (Beconase AQ) 1 spray PN QD
Flunisolide (Nasalide) 1 spray PN BID
Budesonide (Rhinocort Aqua)
Second generation:
Fluticasone (Flonase) 2 sprays PN once daily or 1 spray bid
Mometasone (Nasonex) 2 sprays (100mcg) PN once daily