These might include a culture of the ear canal, an ear flush
with deep cleaning of the ear canal, as well as
oral medications to
supplement the ear drops that are formulated specifically for the «bugs» in their pet's ears.
Yes, but possible interactions may occur
with aminogylcosides, barbiturates, bismuth, carbamezine, cephalosporins, kaolin, digoxin, insulin, laxatives,
medications /
supplements containing aluminum, calcium, iron, magnesium and / or zinc,
oral antacids,
oral sodium bicarbonate, pectin, penicillins, theophylline, and warfarin.
If the response to
oral corticosteroids is good, they may be continued long term,
supplemented with some of the other
medications mentioned below, or used only during asthma flare - ups.