Furuncle
Not yet clinically reviewed
This protocol was migrated from the earlier Pharmapedia and Ward Guide apps for educational use. Follow your hospital's own policies and consult seniors when in doubt.
Features
- Small boil in ear canal.
- Pulling ear causes pain.
- Bursting may lead to purulent discharge
Management
- Tab- Augmentin/Calamox (Amoxicillin + Clavulanic Acid) 625mg PO x TDS for 5 days
- Tab- Brufen/lnflamatax (ibuprofen I Flurbiprofen) PO x SOS.
- Tab- Zyrtec (Cetirizine) 10mg or any other anti-allergic, 1 tab PO x OD at night.