DESCRIPTION: Posatex Otic Suspension is an antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal medication that treats swimmer's ear (otitis externa) caused by susceptible yeast and bacteria. Key Benefits: Posatex contains a trio of active ingredients: Novel Triazole: a revolutionary new antifungal Orbifloxacin: a comprehensive antibiotic Mometasone Furoate Monohydrate: a potent anti-inflammatory Formulated For: For dogs only. How is Medication Given? For dogs weighing under 30 pounds, instill 4 drops in each ear daily for one week. For dogs weighing over 30 pounds, instill 8 drops in each ear daily for one week. What Results Can I Expect? Posatex is a potent anti-inflammatory that treats: Ear infections and swimmer's ear (otitis externa) A variety of infections associated with malassezia pachydermatis and other strains of yeast Certain bacterial strains, such as coagulase positive staphylococci, pseudomonas aeruginosa, or enterococcus faecalis What Form Does Medication Come In? Liquid Dose and Administration: Sold in a bottle containing 7.5 grams, 15 grams, or 30 grams. Possible Side Effects: Intrinsic orbifloxacin/quinolone use has caused cartilage erosion and other arthropathy signs in the weight-bearing joints of numerous immature animal species. This medication is a topical corticosteroid. Prolonged corticosteroid use has caused adrenocortical suppression and Cushing's disease (iatrogenic hyperadrenocorticism). This medication contains Posaconazole, an antifungal. Pets may be allergic to the ingredients within this formula. If you observe these or any other side effects, consult your veterinarian. Precautions: Not recommended for use in dogs with known or suspected allergies to quinolones, mometasone furoate monohydrate, or posaconazole. Not safe for administration to dogs with perforated eardrum (tympanic membrane). Storage Recommendations: Store in a cool and dry environment. In Case of Overdose: Call your nearest emergency pet hospital. You can also call Merck Animal Health Pharmacovigilance: Companion Animal Technical Services, 800-224-5318. Active Ingredients: Posaconazole 0.1%, Mometasone Furoate Monohydrate 0.1%, 1% Oribifloxacin, in an Otic Suspension. Main Ingredients: A 4-drop dose of Posatex Otic Suspension contains: Orbifloxacin: 10 mg Mometasone Furoate Monohydrate: Equivalent of 1 mg (Mometasone Furoate) Posaconazole: 1 mg Mineral Oil Base/Plasticized Hydrocarbon Gel Tip: Never use concomitantly with another ear medication unless your veterinarian tells you to do so.View details
