ICD-10 Specific code B05.3: Measles complicated by otitis media

Specific codes in ICD-10 are unique alphanumeric designations used to identify and categorize diseases, disorders, and conditions. They consist of 3-5 characters, including both letters and numbers, that provide a high level of detail and specificity.

Translations

Language Translation
Flag for English language  English Measles complicated by otitis media
Flag for English language  English Postmeasles otitis media

Hierarchical position

Level Code Title
1 I Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
2 B00-B09 Viral infections characterized by skin and mucous membrane lesions
3 B05 Measles
4 B05.3 Measles complicated by otitis media

Indicated medicines

Active Ingredient Description
Erythromycin

Erythromycin exerts its antimicrobial action by binding to the 50S ribosomal sub-unit of susceptible microorganisms and suppresses protein synthesis. Erythromycin is bacteriostatic and bactericidal depending on its concentration and the type of organism.