BioTestLab Oto Lotion — ear cleansing solution for dogs and cats, 30 ml

BioTestLab Oto Lotion is a hygienic solution for cleansing the auricles and external ear canals of dogs and cats. The lotion helps remove ear secretions, persistent dirt, dead skin cells, and unpleasant odours, while also helping to dry the ear canal.

The combination of benzalkonium chloride, calendula tincture, tea tree oil, and allantoin provides antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, soothing, and epithelial-restoring effects. The product helps maintain the normal condition of the ear skin, softens it, and helps reduce itching.

The lotion can be used for regular ear hygiene as well as for cleansing the ears before applying veterinary medicines prescribed by a veterinarian.

Recommended for:

• regular hygienic ear cleansing
• removing ear secretions and dirt from the ear canal
• eliminating unpleasant ear odours
• removing dead skin cells
• drying the external ear canal
• cleansing the ears before applying medicated veterinary products
• hygienic ear care in cases of otitis as part of comprehensive therapy

Key benefits:

• effectively cleanses the auricles and external ear canals
• helps remove persistent dirt and unpleasant odours
• provides antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects
• soothes the skin and helps reduce itching
• supports skin recovery and epithelialisation
• softens the skin and helps dry the ear canal
• suitable for dogs and cats
• the dropper bottle ensures convenient application

Composition:
100 ml of the product contains the following active ingredients:

• benzalkonium chloride — 0.5 g
• allantoin — 0.1 g
• calendula tincture — 10.0 g
• tea tree oil — 0.05 g

Excipients: glycerin, isopropanol, propylene glycol, purified water.

Pharmacological properties:

Benzalkonium chloride is an antiseptic substance from the group of quaternary ammonium compounds. It has a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity and bactericidal properties against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, as well as Candida albicans.

Calendula tincture contains flavonoid and carotenoid glycosides, saponins, tannins, essential oil, and organic acids that provide antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects.

Tea tree oil has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties and supports the recovery and epithelialisation of damaged skin.

Allantoin provides soothing and epithelial-restoring effects, supports skin healing, helps retain moisture in tissues, and reduces itching. The excipients provide cleansing, soften the skin, and help maintain its normal condition.

Directions for use:

For regular hygienic cleansing, moisten a cotton pad or swab with the lotion and gently wipe the inner surface of the auricle.

In cases of significant contamination, apply enough lotion into the external ear canal to moisten the inner surface of the auricle and the ear canal. Gently massage the base of the ear for 15–30 seconds. The intensity and duration of the massage depend on the degree of contamination and ear sensitivity.

For more effective cleansing, the product may be left in the ear for 3–5 minutes. Then remove the mixture of lotion and ear secretions from the ear canal using a cotton pad, swab, or tissue.

Dosage:
In cases of significant contamination, use 1–5 ml of lotion depending on the size of the animal.

For hygienic ear cleansing in cases of otitis, perform the procedure 1–2 times daily for 14 days or as recommended by a veterinarian.

Interaction with other products:
Other veterinary ear products should be applied 15–20 minutes after cleansing the ears with the lotion.

Contraindications:
Individual hypersensitivity to any component of the product.

Adverse reactions:
The lotion is generally well tolerated. Animals with increased individual sensitivity may develop allergic reactions such as skin redness, rash, or itching. Discontinue use if any adverse reaction occurs.

Precautions:
For external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes. In cases of severe pain, redness, swelling, purulent discharge, or other signs of ear disease, consult a veterinarian before use.

Storage conditions:
Store in a dark place out of reach of children at a temperature from +5 °C to +25 °C.

Shelf life: 3 years. After first opening, the product may be used until the stated expiry date, provided that the recommended storage conditions are observed.

Presentation: 30 ml polymer dropper bottle.

Manufacturer: BioTestLab, Ukraine.