Means "Surolan" the manual characterizes as a complex preparation intended for the treatment of otitis parasitic, fungal and bacterial etiology in cats and dogs. The use of this medication has a pronounced antipruritic and anti-inflammatory effect. At the same time, using it in doses recommended by the manufacturer does not have any resorptive-toxic or skin-irritating effect. As for the degree of exposure to the animal’s body, Surolan, the instruction to which is always included in the kit, it can be defined as moderate.
This drug is produced in the form of ear drops, which are a syrupy suspension with a weak specific smell. The composition of this complex means as the active elements includes prednisone acetate, polymyxin B sulfate and miconazole nitrate.
Additional substances are liquid paraffin and colloidal type silicon dioxide . At the same time, the beneficial effect provided by the Surolan means (the instruction confirms this) is directly determined by its composition. For example, miconazole nitrate has a pronounced antifungal activity against gram-positive pathogenic microorganisms. Prednisolone acetate has a strong antipruritic and anti-inflammatory effect, and polymyxin B sulfate, which is a polypeptide-type antibiotic, has a bactericidal effect against gram-negative bacteria.
It is recommended to use Surolan ear drops in most cases in order to eliminate otitis externa in dogs or cats. The most effective is this remedy for inflammation caused by gram-negative or gram-positive bacteria, as well as fungi and yeast. For otitis media provoked by ear mites, it also recommends starting to use the Surolan drug. Instructions, reviews indicate good results with dermatitis in cats and dogs.
As for the treatment regimen, as a rule, experts advise instilling this
anti-inflammatory drug twice a day, three to five drops in each ear. In case of
otitis media of fungal or bacterial origin, therapy should be continuous and continue until the clinical symptoms are completely eliminated. In some situations, treatment can take from two to three weeks. Only a veterinarian will be able to name more specific dates after direct examination of the animal.
It should be emphasized that the instruction categorically prohibits the use of Surolan drops for cats and dogs with perforated membranes. In addition, this anti-inflammatory agent should not be used in case of individual sensitivity of the animal to the components contained in it. As for the complications and possible adverse reactions, with proper observance of the instructions, they, as a rule, are not observed.