Aurogard Side Effects
Generic name: antipyrine / benzocaine otic
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 24, 2023.
Note: This document contains side effect information about antipyrine / benzocaine otic. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Aurogard.
Applies to antipyrine/benzocaine otic: otic solution.
Warning
Medicinal use of this product to treat ear infections has not been approved by the FDA.
You should not use this medicine if you have a hole in your ear drum (ruptured ear drum).
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call you doctor at once if you have:
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severe irritation after using the ear drops; or
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ear discomfort you did not have before using this medicine.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to antipyrine/benzocaine otic: otic solution.
Cardiovascular
Frequency not reported: Blue lips, blue nail beds, change in heart rate, grey lips, grey nail beds, irregular heartbeat, pale lips, pale nail beds, pale skin, swelling[Ref]
Dermatologic
Frequency not reported: Blue-colored skin, grey-colored skin, itching, rash, redness[Ref]
Nervous system
Frequency not reported: Burning, dizziness, headache, lightheadedness[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Frequency not reported: Nausea, swallowing difficulty, swollen mouth, swollen tongue[Ref]
Other
Frequency not reported: Fatigue, malaise, pain[Ref]
Hematologic
Frequency not reported: Methemoglobinemia[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
Frequency not reported: Hypersensitivity[Ref]
Psychiatric
Frequency not reported: Confusion[Ref]
Musculoskeletal
Frequency not reported: Body twitching[Ref]
Local
Frequency not reported: Administration site irritation[Ref]
Respiratory
Frequency not reported: Breathing difficulty, shortness of breath[Ref]
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References
1. (2001) "Product Information. Auralgan (antipyrine-benzocaine otic)." Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories
2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
3. Cerner Multum, Inc. (2015) "Canadian Product Information."
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.