ciprofloxacin eye preparations
General English name: ciprofloxacin eye preparations
Brand: Ciloxan
Application: Eye infection in children and adults
Pharmacological forms of ocular ciprofloxacin
Ophthalmic information of ciprofloxacin ocular
Dosage and method of administration of ocular ciprofloxacin
How to use ciprofloxacin eye ointment
Contraindications to the use of ocular ciprofloxacin
The effect of ocular ciprofloxacin on driving and operating machinery
Special warnings and precautions when taking ocular ciprofloxacin
Side effects of ocular ciprofloxacin
Overuse of ocular ciprofloxacin (drug poisoning)
Storage conditions of ocular ciprofloxacin
Pharmacological forms of ocular ciprofloxacin
Ointments and eye drops
Ophthalmic information of ciprofloxacin ocular
Ciprofloxacin ocular is used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis (an eye infection); It is not effective in treating other eye infections. Ciprofloxacin ocular is used to kill bacteria that cause ocular infections. In conjunctivitis, the eye becomes inflamed and the person feels itchy in the eye. In this disease, watery discharge from the eye is more than usual. The whites of the eyes may become red and the eyelids may become swollen. At the beginning of the disease, only one eye may be involved, but later, the infection spreads to both eyes.
In most cases, infectious conjunctivitis goes away within a few days without treatment. An antibiotic such as ciprofloxacin ointment or eye drops may be helpful in treating more severe infections. Keep in mind that you should not use this drug arbitrarily, unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can reduce its effectiveness.
If you are interested in learning more about the antibiotic ciprofloxacin, you can refer to the relevant page.
Dosage and method of administration of ocular ciprofloxacin
Carefully read the package leaflet before starting treatment with ocular ciprofloxacin. This brochure will help you to get comprehensive information about the drug and its possible side effects.
Use ciprofloxacin ocularly regularly and at a set time to be most effective for you and your eye infection treatment.
This medicine, like all other antibiotics, should be used for a full course of treatment; Do not stop taking it all at once.
When buying medicine, pay attention to your doctor's prescription to buy exactly the eye product (ointment or eye drops ciprofloxacin) that your doctor has prescribed for you; Also pay attention to your doctor's prescription for the amount and number of times you take this medicine.
How to use ciprofloxacin eye drops
Wash your hands thoroughly before using ciprofloxacin eye drops.
Open the bottle cap.
Turn your head back slightly and pull your lower eyelid down, bring the eye drop close to your eye, and squeeze a drop of the medicine into your eye by squeezing the bottle.
Close your eyes for a minute or two and gently roll your eyes.
If you have been told to use the drops on both eyes, repeat the process for the other eye.
Close the lid of the eye drops.
How to use ciprofloxacin eye ointment
Wash your hands thoroughly before using ciprofloxacin eye ointment.
Open the lid of the ointment and squeeze the tube until about one centimeter of the medicine enters your eyes, then close your eyelids and blink several times and massage your eyes until the medicine enters your eyes.
To prevent the spread of contamination, try not to touch the tip of the tube to the surface of your eyes and wipe the tip of the ointment tube with a clean cloth after taking the extra medicine.
If you have been told to use the ointment on both eyes, repeat the procedure for the other eye.
Contraindications to the use of ocular ciprofloxacin
Pay attention to the expiration date of ciprofloxacin's, and do not take the medicine if it has expired.
Never give ciprofloxacin to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.
Check for ciprofloxacin ocular drug interactions, and if you are taking a drug that interacts with this drug, talk to your doctor about using your medications.
Use of ocular ciprofloxacin during pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy and lactation, you should not use eye drops or ointment arbitrarily without consulting your doctor. Medications can have devastating effects on the fetus or on yourself. Use this ointment during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor.
The effect of ocular ciprofloxacin on driving and operating machinery
Ciprofloxacin ocular often causes blurred vision, so be sure to be fully conscious and alert before driving or operating machinery.
Ophthalmic Ciprofloxacin Drug Interactions
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Special warnings and precautions when taking ocular ciprofloxacin
Some medications may not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best for your doctor to be aware of the following before taking ciprofloxacin ocular:
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should use ciprofloxacin ointment or eye drops as prescribed by your doctor.
If you are already allergic to any medications, including antibiotics and eye drops.
If you are taking certain medications. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor's prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.
Side effects of ocular ciprofloxacin
All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some of the side effects go away after a short time of taking the medicine. In case of persistent side effects, the physician should be informed:
Irritation, redness or discomfort of the eye (such as dryness or itching), scaling, puffiness and watery eyes: These symptoms are usually mild and transient after taking ciprofloxacin ocular.
Feeling sick: This complication disappears shortly after starting this medicine.
Blurred vision: If this happens to you, avoid driving until your full vision returns.
Allergic reactions: This is a rare complication, but some people are allergic to this medicine. If you have any allergy symptoms, see a doctor right away.
Important Note: If you experience tendon pain or swelling (hard fibers that attach muscles to your bones, such as the Achilles heel) while using ciprofloxacin ointment or eye drops, stop treatment and let your doctor know about it. Decide to continue using this medicine for you.
Consult your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel are due to the use of ciprofloxacin ocular.
Overuse of ocular ciprofloxacin (drug poisoning)
Do not take this eye ointment more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
If you feel that someone has a drug poisoning and you have symptoms such as shortness of breath or fainting (fainting), call the emergency room right away.
Storage conditions of ocular ciprofloxacin
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.
Discard the ointment tube and eye drop bottle after treatment with ocular ciprofloxacin, even if some medication remains. Sterile ocular products can not be stored for a long time.