Claro Otic Solution
General Drug Information and Indications
Otic combination (mometasone/gentamicin/clotrimazole) single-dose solution for otitis externa in dogs; 30-day therapy from single application.
Single-dose otic solution combining: florfenicol-based antibiotic (florfenicol inhibits bacterial protein synthesis), mometasone furoate (potent corticosteroid reducing inflammation), and clotrimazole (azole antifungal disrupting ergosterol synthesis). Lipophilic formulation provides 30-day sustained release in the ear canal after single application.
Key information
Single-dose otic solution (florfenicol, terbinafine, mometasone, propylene glycol). Apply after ear cleaning. Hearing loss reported — do not use if eardrum perforated. FDA-approved for dogs with otitis externa.
How to Give this Medication
Clean ear canal before instillation. Gently massage base of ear after application to distribute medication. Single 1.5 mL dose instilled into the ear canal by veterinary staff. Massage base of ear. Keep animal from shaking head for 1–2 min after instillation. Single-dose product — do not re-dose. Store at room temperature; protect from light.
If a dose is missed
This medication is administered by a veterinarian or veterinary staff in a clinical setting. Missed doses are managed by your veterinary team — contact your veterinarian to reschedule.
Side Effects
Otic: temporary hearing loss (rare). Corticosteroid component: adrenal suppression (especially in small dogs) with prolonged use; systemic corticosteroid effects with high absorption. Azole component: minimal systemic absorption. Generally well tolerated for single-use labeled application.
Precautions
For animals
Verify tympanic membrane integrity before use — corticosteroid and gentamicin components are ototoxic with ruptured TM. Single-dose product — do not re-dose within 30 days. Monitor for adrenal suppression with multiple applications (especially small dogs).
For people handling this medication
Wear gloves when handling. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Otic combination — wear gloves when applying. Corticosteroid component: minimize skin contact. Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose
Contact your veterinarian. Claro is a single-dose otic treatment administered by veterinary staff. Contact vet if adverse otic signs develop.
Claro Otic Solution dosage forms
| Product | Strength | Form | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLARO OTIC SOLUTION - 1ML | — | Solution | 1 | Commercial |
Sources
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com); FDA-approved label (Claro, Elanco)