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Betamethasone

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Usually used for:

For the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in horses.

What it does:

It is used or intended for use for the treatment of various inflammatory joint conditions; for example, acute and traumatic lameness involving the carpel and fetlock joints. For treatment of external eye infections and i...

When it's needed:

Not for use in horses intended or food. For use only by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. It has been demonstrated that cort...

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  • Not for use in horses intended or food. For use only by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. It has been demonstrated that corticosteroids administered orally or parenterally to animals may induce the first stage of parturition when administered during the last trimester of pregnancy and may precipitate premature parturition followed by dystocia, fetal death, retained placenta, and metritis. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Commonly reported reactions:

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  • (1 reports)

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Betamethasone

Betamethasone

Drug type: Generic ingredient • Branded profile FDA branded products available

Species: Both

Manufacturer: Intervet, Inc.

Quick Facts

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Species: Both
Manufacturer: Intervet, Inc.
Form: Gel, Injectable Suspension, Liquid (Solution), Liquid (Suspension), Ointment, Solution
Identifiers:
ANADA: 200183 ANADA: 200188 ANADA: 200229 ANADA: 200283 ANADA: 200287 ANADA: 200388 ANADA: 200415 ANADA: 200416 NADA: 113231 NADA: 132338 NADA: 140896 NADA: 141418 NADA: 141437 NADA: 34010 NADA: 34267 NADA: 46821 NADA: 49185 NDC Package: 0061-0100-01 NDC Package: 0061-0387-01 NDC Package: 0061-0387-02
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Warnings / Contraindications

Not for use in horses intended or food. For use only by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. It has been demonstrated that corticosteroids administered orally or parenterally to animals may induce the first stage of parturition when administered during the last trimester of pregnancy and may precipitate premature parturition followed by dystocia, fetal death, retained placenta, and metritis. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

  • High: Not for use in horses intended or food. For use only by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. It has been demonstrated that corticosteroids administered orally or parenterally to animals may induce the first stage of parturition when administered during the last trimester of pregnancy and may precipitate premature parturition followed by dystocia, fetal death, retained placenta, and metritis. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
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Adverse Reactions

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Tracked signals
32
Reported cases
32
Serious reports
14
Species represented
2
Most Reported Reactions
Reaction Cases Species Serious cases
2 Cat, Dog 2
2 Cat, Dog 1
1 Cat 1
1 Dog 1
1 Dog 1
1 Dog 1
1 Dog 1
1 Dog 1

Species coverage: Cat (19) Dog (13)

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Reaction Species Seriousness Frequency Reports
Cat Non-serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Dog Non-serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Dog Non-serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Dog Non-serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
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Documents

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Official documents: 33 • Secondary summaries: 0

Secondary summaries

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Promotional Materials (Marketing)

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At a Glance

Quick facts and links to official labeling and safety signals.

Data freshness
  • Medication catalog: Source PetWisePlus | Refreshed Feb 12, 2026, 10:44 PM UTC
  • Animal Drugs @ FDA: Source FDA | Refreshed Feb 16, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC
    Applications/products are imported from FDA export data.
  • Animal Drugs @ FDA previews: Source FDA | Refreshed Feb 9, 2026, 3:05 AM UTC
    Label highlights/doc links are fetched from FDA preview endpoints.
  • Animal Drug Product Listing Directory (NDC): Source FDA | Refreshed Feb 16, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC
    Package/product NDCs from FDA’s electronic listing directory (XLS).
  • openFDA reaction terms: Source FDA openFDA | Refreshed Feb 9, 2026, 3:13 AM UTC
  • openFDA case summaries: Source FDA openFDA | Refreshed Feb 9, 2026, 3:21 AM UTC
Official (FDA)
Identity: Generic ingredient • FDA branded products available
Official FDA brands: BetaVet® Betagen™ Topical Spray Betasone Aqueous Suspension Betavet Soluspan Suspension GB Topical Spray GBC Ointment™ Gentamicin Sulfate Topical Spray Gentamicin Topical Spray Gentocin® Durafilm® Gentocin® Otic Solution Gentocin® Topical Spray Osurnia™ Otomax® Topagen® Ointment Tri-Otic® Ointment VET BETA-GEN® Vetro-Max®
Case-reported brands (openFDA): MSK
Catalog species: Both FDA-labeled species: Cat, Dog, Horse, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Rx/OTC: RX
Form/route: Gel, Injectable Suspension, Liquid (Solution), Liquid (Suspension), Ointment, Solution, Spray Intra-Articular, Intramuscular, Ophthalmic, Otic, Topical
Applications: NADA 141-418 • NADA 141-437 • ANADA 200-388 • ANADA 200-229 • ANADA 200-188 • ANADA 200-183 • NADA 140-896 • NADA 49185 • NADA 34010 • ANADA 200-287 • ANADA 200-415 • ANADA 200-416 • NADA 34267 • NADA 46821 • NADA 132-338 • NADA 113-231 • ANADA 200-283
Documents: 16 (FOI: 15) • SPL: 17 Label highlights Official documents
Safety (openFDA)
Top reactions: Dog 8 Cat 8 View
Case summaries: 10 (showing 8) View
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Linked using: Fda_Label (0.95), Fda_Label (0.95), Fda_Label (0.95)

Diagnosis Codes
ICD10_CM: H60.90 ICD10_CM: M19.90
Otitis externa, unspecified ear

Counseling and Monitoring Highlights

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Owner-facing counseling points
  • Not for use in horses intended or food. For use only by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. It has been demonstrated that corticosteroids administered orally or parenterally to animals may induce the first stage of parturition when administered during the last trimester of pregnancy and may precipitate premature parturition followed by dystocia, fetal death, retained placenta, and metritis. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. (Contraindication, High)
Top reaction signals
Abnormal cytology (1) Abnormal pupil light reflex (1) Abscess NOS (1) Application site alopecia (1) Application site bleeding (1) Application site crust (1) Application site dermatitis (1) Application site erythema (1) Application site fibrosis (1) Application site pruritus (1) Application site scab (1) Application site self trauma (1) Application site ulcer (1) Ataxia (1) Behavioural disorder NOS (1) Behavioural disorder NOS (1)

Identifiers & Packages

Normalized identifiers (NDC/NADA/ANADA) and package metadata from regulator listings.

Identifiers
ANADA: 200183 ANADA: 200188 ANADA: 200229 ANADA: 200283 ANADA: 200287 ANADA: 200388 ANADA: 200415 ANADA: 200416 NADA: 113231 NADA: 132338 NADA: 140896 NADA: 141418 NADA: 141437 NADA: 34010 NADA: 34267 NADA: 46821 NADA: 49185 NDC Package: 0061-0100-01 NDC Package: 0061-0387-01 NDC Package: 0061-0387-02 NDC Package: 0061-0387-03 NDC Package: 0061-0387-08 NDC Package: 0061-0387-17 NDC Package: 10797-720-01
Package NDC Product NDC Form / Route Status
0061-0100-01 0061 -
0061-0387-01 0061 -
0061-0387-02 0061 -
0061-0387-03 0061 -
0061-0387-08 0061 -
0061-0387-17 0061 -
10797-720-01 10797 -
17033-277-02 17033 -
17033-277-20 17033 -
17033-283-02 17033 -
17033-283-20 17033 -

Enriched Documents

Documents are tiered by source trust: Official, Clinical, Manufacturer, Marketing.

  • N-141418-C-0022-NF-AA_PI.pdf • Official label • Official • Oct. 25, 2021
    FDA official labeling for application 141418
  • UCM433794.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Oct. 25, 2021
    FDA FOI summary for application 141418
  • UCM436650.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Aug. 11, 2020
    FDA FOI summary for application 141437
  • UCM167677.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Oct. 1, 2019
    FDA FOI summary for application 200388
  • A200229_Orig_4_4_1998.pdf • FOI summary • Official • July 12, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 200229
  • UCM061643.pdf • FOI summary • Official • July 12, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 200229
  • A200188_Org_1_29_97.pdf • FOI summary • Official • May 22, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 200188
  • A200183_Org_7_31_1995.pdf • FOI summary • Official • May 22, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 200183
  • N140896_Org_6_9_1993.pdf • FOI summary • Official • May 17, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 140896
  • UCM292007.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 200416
  • ucm061352.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 200415
  • ucm061714.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 200287
  • ucm061715.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 200287
  • ucm061716.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 200287
  • ucm061711.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 200283
  • UCM436590.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 34267

Data Sources & Revision History

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Official 19 Clinical 0 Manufacturer 0 Marketing 0
Current Field Facts
  • contraindications: Not for use in horses intended or food. For use only by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order o… (Official, 2026-02-12)
  • side_effects: Top reported reactions (openFDA): Lack of efficacy - NOS, Loss of hearing, Ear discharge, Vomiting, Deafness, Hearing decreased. (Official, 2026-02-12)
  • usage: It is used or intended for use for the treatment of various inflammatory joint conditions; for example, acute and traumatic lameness involving the carpel and f… (Official, 2026-02-12)
Recent Revisions
  • side_effects updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • contraindications updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • usage updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields

FDA Products & Applications (Animal Drugs @ FDA)

Official sponsor/proprietary-name/application-status records linked by active ingredient.

Product Sponsor Application Status Published
BetaVet®
RX
Betamethasone Acetate Betamethasone Sodium Phosphate
Injectable Suspension Intra-Articular
American Regent, Inc. NADA 141-418 Approved Oct 25, 2021
Osurnia™
RX
Betamethasone Acetate Florfenicol Terbinafine
Gel Otic
Dechra, Ltd. NADA 141-437 Approved Aug 11, 2020
GB Topical Spray
RX
Betamethasone Valerate Gentamicin Sulfate
Liquid (Solution) Topical
Dechra Veterinary Products LLC ANADA 200-388 Approved Oct 1, 2019
Tri-Otic® Ointment
RX
Betamethasone Valerate Clotrimazole Gentamicin Sulfate
Ointment Topical
Med-Pharmex, Inc. ANADA 200-229 Approved Jul 12, 2017
Betagen™ Topical Spray
RX
Betamethasone Valerate Gentamicin Sulfate
Spray Topical
Med-Pharmex, Inc. ANADA 200-188 Approved May 22, 2017
VET BETA-GEN®
RX
Betamethasone Valerate Gentamicin Sulfate
Liquid (Solution) Topical
Med-Pharmex, Inc. ANADA 200-183 Approved May 22, 2017
Otomax®
RX
Betamethasone Valerate Clotrimazole Gentamicin Sulfate
Ointment Topical
Intervet, Inc. NADA 140-896 Approved May 17, 2017
Betasone Aqueous Suspension
RX
Betamethasone Dipropionate Betamethasone Sodium Phosphate
Liquid (Suspension) Intra-Articular, Intramuscular
Intervet, Inc. NADA 49185 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Betavet Soluspan Suspension
RX
Betamethasone Acetate Betamethasone Sodium Phosphate
Liquid (Suspension) Intra-Articular
Intervet, Inc. NADA 34010 Approved Jun 1, 2016
GBC Ointment™
RX
Betamethasone Valerate Clotrimazole Gentamicin Sulfate
Ointment Topical
Cronus Pharma Specialities India Private Ltd. ANADA 200-287 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Gentamicin Sulfate Topical Spray
RX
Betamethasone Valerate Gentamicin Sulfate
Spray Topical
First Priority, Inc. ANADA 200-415 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Gentamicin Topical Spray
RX
Betamethasone Valerate Gentamicin Sulfate
Spray Topical
Sparhawk Laboratories, Inc. ANADA 200-416 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Gentocin® Durafilm®
RX
Betamethasone Acetate Gentamicin Sulfate
Solution Ophthalmic
Intervet, Inc. NADA 34267 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Gentocin® Otic Solution
RX
Betamethasone Valerate Gentamicin Sulfate
Liquid (Solution) Topical
Intervet, Inc. NADA 46821 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Gentocin® Topical Spray
RX
Betamethasone Valerate Gentamicin Sulfate
Spray Topical
Intervet, Inc. NADA 132-338 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Topagen® Ointment
RX
Betamethasone Valerate Gentamicin Sulfate
Ointment Topical
Intervet, Inc. NADA 113-231 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Vetro-Max®
RX
Betamethasone Valerate Clotrimazole Gentamicin Sulfate
Ointment Topical
Fougera Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ANADA 200-283 Approved Jun 1, 2016

Data source: FDA Animal Drugs @ FDA (public search export).

What It's For (FDA Label Highlights)

Extracted from FDA Animal Drugs @ FDA product labeling. Always confirm details with your veterinarian.

Species: No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
6 mg/mL as 3.15 mg betamethasone sodium phosphate and 2.85 mg betamethasone acetate
Horses
Indication

For the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in horses.

Dosage

Using strict aseptic technique, administer 1.5 mL BetaVet ® (9 mg total betamethasone) per joint by intra-articular injection. BetaVet ® may be administered concurrently in up to 2 joints per horse.

Limitations
Do not use in horses intended for human consumption.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
10 mg florfenicol, 10 mg terbinafine, and 1 mg betamethasone acetate per mL
Dogs
Indication
For the treatment of otitis externa in dogs associated with susceptible strains of bacteria (Staphylococcus pseudintermedius) and yeast (Malassezia pachydermatis).
Dosage
Administer one dose (1 tube) per affected ear(s) and repeat administration in 7 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Amount: Each mL contains: gentamicin sulfate, USP equivalent to 0.57 mg gentamicin base and betamethasone valerate, USP equivalent to 0.284 mg betamethasone.
Dogs
Indication
For the treatment of infected superficial lesions in dogs caused by bacteria susceptible to gentamicin.
Dosage
Hold bottle upright 3 to 6 inches from the lesion and depress the sprayer head twice. Administer 2 to 4 times daily for 7 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, Restricted During Pregnancy
Composition / specifications
Each gram of ointment contains gentamicin sulfate equivalent to 3 milligrams gentamicin base, betamethasone valerate equivalent to 1 milligram betamethasone, and 10 milligrams clotrimazole.
Dogs
Indication
The drug is used for the treatment of canine otitis externa associated with yeast (Malassezia pachydermatis, formerly Pityrosporum canis), and/or bacteria susceptible to gentamicin.
Dosage
From 7.5- or 15-g tube; 10-, 15-, or 25-g bottles install 4 drops of ointment twice daily into the ear canal of dogs weighing less than 30 pounds, instill 8 drops twice daily for dogs weighing 30 pounds or more. From 215-g bottle, instill 2 drops of ointment twice daily into the ear canal of dogs weighing less than 30 pounds, instill 4 drops twice daily for dogs weighing 30 pounds or more. Therapy should continue for 7 consecutive days. The external ear should be cleaned and dried before treatment. Remove foreign material, debris, crusted exudates, etc. with suitable solutions. Excessive hair should be clipped from the treatment area. If hypersensitivity occurs, treatment should be discontinued and alternate therapy instituted.
Limitations
Corticosteroids administered to dogs, rabbits, and rodents during pregnancy have resulted in cleft palate in offspring. Other congenital anomalies including deformed forelegs, phocomelia, and anasarca have been reported in offspring of dogs which received corticosteroids during pregnancy. Clinical and experimental data have demonstrated that corticosteroids administered orally or parenterally to animals may induce the first stage of parturition if used during the last trimester of pregnancy and may precipitate premature parturition, followed by dystocia, fetal death, retained placenta and metritis. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of spray contains gentamicin sulfate equivalent to 0.57 milligram of gentamicin base and betamethasone valerate equivalent to 0.284 milligram of betamethasone.
Dogs
Indication
The drug is used in dogs in the treatment of infected superficial lesions caused by bacteria sensitive to gentamicin.
Dosage
The lesion and adjacent area should be properly cleaned before treatment. Excessive hair should be removed. Hold bottle upright 3 to 6 inches from the lesion and depress the sprayer head twice. One actuation of the sprayer delivers 0.7 milliliter of the spray. The drug should be administered with two spray actuations 2 to 4 times daily for 7 days.
Limitations
If hypersensitivity to any of the components occurs treatment should be discontinued and appropriate therapy instituted. The antibiotic susceptibility of the pathogenic organism should be determined prior to use of this preparation. Administration of recommended doses beyond 7 days may result in delayed wound healing. Animals treated longer than 7 days should be monitored closely. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each cubic centimeter of solution contains gentamicin sulfate equivalent to 3 milligrams of gentamicin base and betamethasone valerate equivalent to 1 milligram of betamethasone alcohol.
Dogs
Indication
For the treatment of acute and chronic canine otitis externa caused by bacteria sensitive to gentamicin
Dosage
The drug is administered by instillation of 3 to 8 drops of solution into the ear canal twice daily for 7 to 14 days. Duration of treatment will depend upon the severity of the condition and the response obtained. The duration of treatment and/or frequency of the dosage may be reduced but care should be taken not to discontinue therapy prematurely. The external ear and ear canal should be properly cleaned and dried before treatment. Remove foreign material, debris, crusted exudates, etc., with suitable nonirritating solutions. Excessive hair should be clipped from the treatment area of the external ear.
Limitations
If hypersensitivity to any of the components occurs treatment with this product should be discontinued and appropriate therapy instituted. Concomitant use with other drugs known to induce ototoxicity is not recommended. This preparation should not be used in conditions where corticosteroids are contraindicated. Do not administer parenteral corticosteroids during treatment with this drug. The antibiotic sensitivity of the pathogenic organism should be determined prior to use of this preparation. For use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Dogs
Indication
For the treatment of canine superficial infected lesions caused by bacteria sensitive to gentamicin.
Dosage
The lesion and adjacent area should be properly cleaned before treatment. Excessive hair should be removed. A sufficient amount of the drug should be applied to cover the treatment area. The drug should be administered twice daily for 7 to 14 days.
Limitations
If hypersensitivity to any of the components occurs treatment with this product should be discontinued and appropriate therapy instituted. Concomitant use with other drugs known to induce ototoxicity is not recommended. This preparation should not be used in conditions where corticosteroids are contraindicated. Do not administer parenteral corticosteroids during treatment with this drug. The antibiotic sensitivity of the pathogenic organism should be determined prior to use of this preparation. For use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Cats
Indication
For the treatment of acute and chronic canine otitis externa caused by bacteria sensitive to gentamicin.
Dosage
The drug is administered by instillation of 3 to 8 drops of solution into the ear canal twice daily for 7 to 14 days. Duration of treatment will depend upon the severity of the condition and the response obtained. The duration of treatment and/or frequency of the dosage may be reduced but care should be taken not to discontinue therapy prematurely. The external ear and ear canal should be properly cleaned and dried before treatment. Remove foreign material, debris, crusted exudates, etc., with suitable nonirritating solutions. Excessive hair should be clipped from the treatment area of the external ear.
Limitations
If hypersensitivity to any of the components occurs treatment with this product should be discontinued and appropriate therapy instituted. Concomitant use with other drugs known to induce ototoxicity is not recommended. This preparation should not be used in conditions where corticosteroids are contraindicated. Do not administer parenteral corticosteroids during treatment with this drug. The antibiotic sensitivity of the pathogenic organism should be determined prior to use of this preparation. For use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Cats
Indication
For the treatment of feline superficial infected lesions caused by bacteria sensitive to gentamicin.
Dosage
The lesion and adjacent area should be properly cleaned before treatment. Excessive hair should be removed. A sufficient amount of the drug should be applied to cover the treatment area. The drug should be administered twice daily for 7 to 14 days.
Limitations
If hypersensitivity to any of the components occurs treatment with this product should be discontinued and appropriate therapy instituted. Concomitant use with other drugs known to induce ototoxicity is not recommended. This preparation should not be used in conditions where corticosteroids are contraindicated. Do not administer parenteral corticosteroids during treatment with this drug. The antibiotic sensitivity of the pathogenic organism should be determined prior to use of this preparation. For use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each gram of ointment contains gentamicin sulfate equivalent to 3 milligrams gentamicin base, betamethasone valerate equivalent to 1 milligrams betamethasone, and 10 milligrams clotrimazole.
Dogs
Indication
The drug is used for the treatment of canine otitis externa associated with yeast (Malassezia pachydermatis, formerly Pityrosporum canis), and/or bacteria susceptible to gentamicin.
Dosage
From 215 gram bottle, instill 2 drops of ointment twice daily into the ear canal of dogs weighing less than 30 pounds, instill 4 drops twice daily for dogs weighing 30 pounds or more.
Limitations
Install ointment twice daily into the ear canal. Therapy should continue for 7 consecutive days. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Indication
The drug is used for the treatment of canine otitis externa associated with yeast (Malassezia pachydermatis, formerly Pityrosporum canis), and/or bacteria susceptible to gentamicin.
Dosage
From 7.5 or 15 gram tubes, install 4 drops of ointment twice daily into the ear canal of dogs weighing less than 30 pounds, instill 8 drops twice daily for dogs weighing 30 pounds or more.
Limitations
Install ointment twice daily into the ear canal. Therapy should continue for 7 consecutive days. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, Restricted During Pregnancy • Horse, Restricted During Pregnancy • Horse, Not For Meat Production
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of the suspension contains the equivalent of 5 milligrams of betamethasone as betamethasone dipropionate and 2 milligrams of betamethasone as betamethasone sodium phosphate.
Dogs
Indication
It is used as an aid in the control of pruritus associated with dermatoses.
Dosage
It is administered by intramuscular injection at a dosage of 0.25 to 0.5 milliliter per 20 pounds of body weight, depending on the severity of the condition. Frequency of dosage depends on recurrence of pruritic symptoms. Dosage may be repeated every 3 weeks or when symptoms recur, not to exceed a total of 4 injections.
Limitations
It has been demonstrated that corticosteroids administered orally or parenterally to animals may induce the first stage of parturition when administered during the last trimester of pregnancy and may precipitate premature parturition followed by dystocia, fetal death, retained placenta, and metritis. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Horses
Indication
It is used as an aid in the control of inflammation associated with various arthropathies.
Dosage
It is administered aseptically by intraarticular injection at a dosage of 2.5 to 5 milliliters per joint, depending on the severity of the condition and the joint size. Dosage may be repeated upon recurrence of clinical signs. Injection into the joint cavity should be preceded by withdrawal of synovial fluid.
Limitations
Not for use in horses intended for food. It has been demonstrated that corticosteroids administered orally or parenterally to animals may induce the first stage of parturition when administered during the last trimester of pregnancy and may precipitate premature parturition followed by dystocia, fetal death, retained placenta, and metritis. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Horse, Not For Meat Production
Composition / specifications
The drug is a sterile aqueous suspension and each cubic centimeter contains: 12 milligrams of betamethasone acetate (equivalent to 10.8 milligrams of betamethasone), 3.9 milligrams of betamethasone disodium phosphate (equivalent to 3 milligrams of betamethasone)
Horses
Indication
It is used or intended for use for the treatment of various inflammatory joint conditions; for example, acute and traumatic lameness involving the carpel and fetlock joints.
Dosage
Administer from 2.5 to 5 cubic centimeters per dose by intra-articular injection. Dose may be repeated when necessary depending upon the duration of relief obtained.
Limitations
Not for use in horses intended or food. For use only by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, Restricted During Pregnancy
Composition / specifications
Each gram of ointment contains gentamicin sulfate equivalent to 3 milligrams gentamicin base, betamethasone valerate equivalent to 1 milligrams betamethasone, and 10 milligrams clotrimazole.
Dogs
Indication
For the treatment of acute and chronic canine otitis externa associated with yeast (Malassezia pachydermatis, formerly Pityrosporum canis) and/or bacteria susceptible to gentamicin.
Dosage
Install ointment twice daily into the ear canal. Therapy should continue for 7 consecutive days. From 10-g bottles: 4 drops for dogs weighing less than 30 pounds (lb) or 8 drops for dogs weighing 30 lb or more. From 20-, 40-, or 215-g bottles: 2 drops for dogs weighing less than 30 lb or 4 drops for dogs weighing 30 lb or more.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of spray contains gentamicin sulfate equivalent to 0.57 milligram of gentamicin base and betamethasone valerate equivalent to 0.284 milligram of betamethasone.
Dogs
Indication
The drug is used in dogs in the treatment of infected superficial lesions caused by bacteria sensitive to gentamicin.
Dosage
Hold bottle upright 3 to 6 inches from the lesion and depress the sprayer head twice. The drug should be administered with two spray actuations 2 to 4 times daily for 7 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of spray contains gentamicin sulfate, USP equivalent to 0.57 mg of gentamicin base and betamethasone valerate, USP equivalent to 0.284 mg of betamethasone.
Dogs
Indication
For the treatment of infected superficial lesions in dogs caused by bacteria susceptible to gentamicin.
Dosage
Administer two depressions of the sprayer head 2 to 4 times daily for 7 days.
Limitations

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Label highlights
Indication
For treatment of external eye infections and inflammation in dogs.
Dosage
Limitations

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Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of solution contains gentamicin sulfate equivalent to 3 milligrams (mg) gentamicin base and betamethasone valerate equivalent to 1 mg betamethasone alcohol.
Dogs
Indication
For the treatment of infected superficial lesions caused by bacteria sensitive to gentamicin.
Dosage
Apply a sufficient amount of the drug to cover the treatment area twice daily for 7 to 14 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Indication
For the treatment of acute and chronic otitis externa caused by bacteria sensitive to gentamicin in dogs.
Dosage
Instill three to eight drops of solution into the ear canal twice daily for 7 to 14 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Cats
Indication
For the treatment of infected superficial lesions caused by bacteria sensitive to gentamicin.
Dosage
Apply a sufficient amount of the drug to cover the treatment area twice daily for 7 to 14 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of spray contains gentamicin sulfate equivalent to 0.57 milligram of gentamicin base and betamethasone valerate equivalent to 0.284 milligram of betamethasone.
Dogs
Indication
The drug is used in dogs in the treatment of infected superficial lesions caused by bacteria sensitive to gentamicin.
Dosage
For the treatment of infected superficial lesions, the lesion and adjacent area should be properly cleaned before treatment. Excessive hair should be removed. Hold bottle upright 3 to 6 inches from the lesion and depress the sprayer head twice. One actuation of the sprayer delivers 0.7 milliliter of the spray. The drug should be administered with two spray actuations 2 to 4 times daily for 7 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each gram of ointment contains gentamicin sulfate equivalent to 3 milligrams of gentamicin base and betamethasone valerate equivalent to 1 milligram of betamethasone.
Dogs
Indication
The drug is used or indicated for canine infected superficial lesions caused by bacteria sensitive to gentamicin.
Dosage
For the treatment of canine infected superficial lesions, the lesion and adjacent area should be properly cleaned before treatment. Excessive hair should be removed. A sufficient amount of the drug should be applied to cover the treatment area. The drug should be administered twice daily for 7 to 14 days.
Limitations
If hypersensitivity to any of the components occurs, treatment should be discontinued and appropriate therapy instituted. Concomitant use of drugs known to induce ototoxicity should be avoided. Observe patients for signs of adrenocorticoid overdosage. The antibiotic susceptibility of the pathogenic organism should be determined prior to use of this preparation. Administration of recommended doses beyond 7 days may result in delayed wound healing. Animals treated longer than 7 days should be monitored closely. For use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Indication
The drug is used or indicated for use in dogs in the treatment of acute and chronic canine otitis externa.
Dosage
For the treatment of acute and chronic canine otitis externa the drug is administered by instillation of 3 to 8 drops into the ear canal twice daily for 7 days. The external ear and ear canal should properly cleaned and dried before treatment. Remove foreign material, debris, crusted exudates, etc., with suitable nonirritating solutions. Excessive hair should be clipped from the treatment area of the external ear.
Limitations
If hypersensitivity to any of the components occurs, treatment should be discontinued and appropriate therapy instituted. Concomitant use of drugs known to induce ototoxicity should be avoided. Observe patients for signs of adrenocorticoid overdosage. The antibiotic susceptibility of the pathogenic organism should be determined prior to use of this preparation. Administration of recommended doses beyond 7 days may result in delayed wound healing. Animals treated longer than 7 days should be monitored closely. For use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each gram of ointment contains gentamicin sulfate equivalent to 3 milligrams gentamicin base, betamethasone valerate equivalent to 1 milligrams betamethasone, and 10 milligrams clotrimazole.
Dogs
Indication
The drug is used for the treatment of canine otitis externa associated with yeast (Malassezia pachydermatis, formerly Pityrosporum canis), and/or bacteria susceptible to gentamicin.
Dosage
From 215 gram bottle, instill 2 drops of ointment twice daily into the ear canal of dogs weighing less than 30 pounds, instill 4 drops twice daily for dogs weighing 30 pounds or more.
Limitations
Install ointment twice daily into the ear canal. Therapy should continue for 7 consecutive days. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Indication
The drug is used for the treatment of canine otitis externa associated with yeast (Malassezia pachydermatis, formerly Pityrosporum canis), and/or bacteria susceptible to gentamicin.
Dosage
From 7.5 or 15 gram tubes, install 4 drops of ointment twice daily into the ear canal of dogs weighing less than 30 pounds, instill 8 drops twice daily for dogs weighing 30 pounds or more.
Limitations
Install ointment twice daily into the ear canal. Therapy should continue for 7 consecutive days. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

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Official Documents (FDA)

Direct links to FDA-hosted PDFs and SPL packages (when available).

Documents
SPL Packages

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Documents
  • Summary
    For the treatment of otitis externa in dogs associated with susceptible strains of bacteria ( Staphylococcus pseudintermedius) and yeast ( Malassezia pachydermatis).
SPL Packages

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Documents
  • Summary
    For the treatment of infected superficial lesions in dogs caused by bacteria susceptible to gentamicin.
SPL Packages

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Documents
  • Summary
    The addition of a 15 gram bottle package size made from a new material MDPE, instead of the existing LDPE or HDPE used in other sizes.
  • Summary

    Tri-Otic Ointment is indicated for the treatment of canine acute and chronic otitis externa associated with yeast (Malassezia pachydermatis, formerly Pityrosporum canis) and/or bacteria susceptible to gentamicin.

SPL Packages

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Documents
  • Summary

    For the treatment of infected superficial lesions in dogs caused by bacteria sensitive to gentamicin.

SPL Packages

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Documents
  • Summary

    For the treatment of acute and chronic canine otitis externa and canine and feline superficial infected lesions caused by bacteria sensitive to gentamicin.

SPL Packages

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Documents
  • Summary

    OTOMAX is indicated for treatment of canine acute and chronic otitis externa associated with yeast (Malassezia pachydermatis formerly Pityrosporum canis) and/or bacteria susceptible to gentamicin.

SPL Packages

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Documents
  • Summary
    This application provides for a new container size (40 gram dropper bottle).
  • Summary
    This supplement provides for an additional package size, 20-gram fill in a 30 mL bottle. The bottle will be the same LDPE as the approved 15 mL bottle, and the plug, dropper and cap will be the exact same closure as the approved package.
  • Summary
    Treatment of canine acute and chronic otitis externa associated with yeast (Malassezia pachydermatis, formerly Pityrosporum canis) and/or bacteria susceptible to gentamicin
SPL Packages

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Documents
  • Summary
    For the treatment of infected superficial lesions in dogs caused by bacteria susceptible to gentamicin.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Documents
  • Summary
    For the treatment of infected superficial lesions in dogs caused by bacteria susceptible to gentamicin.
SPL Packages

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Documents
  • Summary
    This supplement provides for a new product formulation..
SPL Packages

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

SPL Packages

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Documents
  • Summary
    For the treatment of canine acute and chronic otitis externa associated with yeast ( Malassezia pachydermatis, formerly Pityrosporum canis) and/or bacteria susceptible to gentamicin.
SPL Packages

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Usage

It is used or intended for use for the treatment of various inflammatory joint conditions; for example, acute and traumatic lameness involving the carpel and fetlock joints. For treatment of external eye infections and inflammation in dogs. For the treatment of infected superficial lesions caused by bacteria sensitive to gentamicin.

Source: FDA Animal Drugs @ FDA • Reference

Contraindications

Not for use in horses intended or food. For use only by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. It has been demonstrated that corticosteroids administered orally or parenterally to animals may induce the first stage of parturition when administered during the last trimester of pregnancy and may precipitate premature parturition followed by dystocia, fetal death, retained placenta, and metritis. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Side Effects

No approved side-effect narrative is linked yet.

openFDA reaction signals are available for Dog 8 and Cat 8 (view top reported reactions).

Top Reported Reactions (openFDA)

Aggregated reaction terms from FDA openFDA reports (not verified; does not prove causation).

Dog
Digestive
Vomiting (76)
Neurologic
Tiredness (lethargy) (64)
Effectiveness
Lack of efficacy - NOS (822)
Other
Loss of hearing (94) Ear discharge (84) Deafness (75) Hearing decreased (68) Other abnormal test result NOS (59)
Cat
Digestive
Loss of appetite (17)
Neurologic
Unsteady walking (ataxia) (34)
Effectiveness
Lack of efficacy - NOS (17)
Other
Horner's syndrome (34) Third eyelid protrusion (29) Head tilt - ear disorder (18) Anisocoria (17) Weight loss (17)

Data source: FDA openFDA Animal & Veterinary adverse event reports.

Adverse Event Case Summaries (openFDA)

These are individual FDA adverse event reports. They are unverified and do not prove the medication caused the reaction.

Dog, ['Retriever - Labrador', 'Poodle - Standard'], Male, 6 year • Drug: MSK, Gel, Auricular (Otic), Dose: 1 tube per animal • Reactions: Lack of efficacy - NOS • Outcome: Ongoing

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-037213
  • Serious AE: No
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 6.00 Year
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Auricular (Otic)
  • Form: Gel
  • Dose: 1 tube per animal
Reactions Reported:
Lack of efficacy - NOS
Outcomes: Ongoing

Dog, Shepherd Dog - German, Male, 8 year, 23.13 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Gel, Topical • Reactions: Lack of efficacy - NOS, Ear canal erythema, Ear pain, Ear discharge • Outcome: Outcome Unknown

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-011509
  • Serious AE: No
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 8.00 Year
  • Weight: 23.130 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Topical
  • Form: Gel
Reactions Reported:
Lack of efficacy - NOS Ear canal erythema Ear pain Ear discharge
Outcomes: Outcome Unknown

Dog, Crossbred Canine/dog, Male, 8.5 year • Drug: MSK, Gel, Unknown • Reactions: Lack of efficacy - NOS, Head shake - ear disorder, Eye redness, Ocular discharge, Behavioral disorder (unspecified)… • Outcome: Outcome Unknown

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-007614
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 8.50 Year
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Unknown
  • Form: Gel
Reactions Reported:
Lack of efficacy - NOS Head shake - ear disorder Eye redness Ocular discharge Behavioral disorder (unspecified) Eye irritation Not eating Heart murmur Tooth disorder Facial paralysis Impaired hearing Head tilt - neurological disorder Abnormal pupil light reflex Depressed ocular reflex Blinking Drooping eyelid Excessive ear wax Ear infection NOS Otitis NOS
Outcomes: Outcome Unknown

Dog, Shepherd Dog - German, Male, 1 year, 35.3 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Gel, Unknown • Reactions: Lack of efficacy (fungi) - NOS • Outcome: Outcome Unknown

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2024-US-059166
  • Serious AE: No
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 1.00 Year
  • Weight: 35.300 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Unknown
  • Form: Gel
Reactions Reported:
Lack of efficacy (fungi) - NOS
Outcomes: Outcome Unknown

Dog, Retriever - Labrador, Female, 13 year, 33.3 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Ointment, Auricular (Otic), Dose: 1 dose per other, Frequency: 12 per hour • Reactions: Loss of hearing • Outcome: Outcome Unknown

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2024-US-064354
  • Serious AE: No
  • Treated For AE: No
  • Sex: Female
  • Age: 13.00 Year
  • Weight: 33.300 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Auricular (Otic)
  • Form: Ointment
  • Dose: 1 dose per other
  • Frequency: 12 per hour
Reactions Reported:
Loss of hearing
Outcomes: Outcome Unknown

Cat, Domestic Shorthair, Male, 5 year, 8.074 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Unknown • Reactions: Vomiting, Abscess NOS, Polyuria, Polydipsia, Neutrophilia… • Outcome: Ongoing

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2024-US-026147
  • Serious AE: No
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 5.00 Year
  • Weight: 8.074 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Unknown
Reactions Reported:
Vomiting Abscess NOS Polyuria Polydipsia Neutrophilia Glucosuria Hyperglycaemia Elevated alanine aminotransferase Hyperproteinaemia Elevated globulins Elevated blood urea nitrogen
Outcomes: Ongoing

Cat, Domestic Mediumhair, Female, 3.5 year, 4.082 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Gel, Auricular (Otic) • Reactions: Unsteady walking (ataxia), Other ear disorder NOS, Ear canal erythema, Not eating, Vomiting… • Outcome: Outcome Unknown

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2022-US-000703
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Female
  • Age: 3.50 Year
  • Weight: 4.082 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Auricular (Otic)
  • Form: Gel
Reactions Reported:
Unsteady walking (ataxia) Other ear disorder NOS Ear canal erythema Not eating Vomiting Tympanic alteration Tympanic rupture Pain NOS
Outcomes: Outcome Unknown

Cat, Domestic Shorthair, Male, 7 year, 6.35 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Subcutaneous, Dose: 1 dose per unknown, Frequency: 1 per day • Reactions: Inappropriate urination, Application site pruritus, Application site erythema, Hair loss at application site, Application site ulcer… • Outcome: Outcome Unknown

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2020-US-055851
  • Serious AE: No
  • Treated For AE: No
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 7.00 Year
  • Weight: 6.350 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Subcutaneous
  • Dose: 1 dose per unknown
  • Frequency: 1 per day
Reactions Reported:
Inappropriate urination Application site pruritus Application site erythema Hair loss at application site Application site ulcer Application site crust Application site bleeding Application site self trauma Abnormal cytology Application site scab Application site dermatitis Application site fibrosis Inappropriate elimination NOS
Outcomes: Outcome Unknown

Data source: FDA openFDA Animal & Veterinary adverse event reports.

Overdose Information

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Storage & Handling

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