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Ciprocin 0.3 % Eye Ointment 5 gm

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Medical Description

Antibiotic, belongs to the Fluoroquinolone group used in the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis and corneal ulcer.

Indication & Usage

-Bacterial conjunctivitis: Ophthalmic: Solution: Instill 1 to 2 drops into the conjunctival sac every 2 hours while awake for 2 days and 1 to 2 drops every 4 hours while awake for the next 5 days, in case of using the ointment: Apply a 1/2 inch ribbon into the conjunctival sac 3 times/day for the first 2 days, followed by a 1/2 inch ribbon applied twice daily for the next 5 days. -Corneal ulcer: Ophthalmic: Solution: Instill 2 drops into affected eye every 15 minutes for the first 6 hours, then 2 drops into the affected eye every 30 minutes for the remainder of the first day. On day 2, instill 2 drops into the affected eye hourly. On days 3 to 14, instill 2 drops into affected eye every 4 hours, in case of using the ointment: Apply 1/2 inch ribbon into the conjunctival sac every 1 to 2 hours around the clock on the first 2 days, then apply 1/2 inch ribbon every 4 hours for up to 12 days. -Pediatric dosing: -Bacterial conjunctivitis: Ophthalmic: Solution: Infants, Children, and Adolescents: Instill 1 to 2 drops into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye(s) every 2 hours while awake for 2 days, then 1 to 2 drops every 4 hours while awake for the next 5 days, in case of using the ointment: Children ≥2 years and Adolescents: Apply 1/2-inch ribbon into the conjunctival sac 3 times daily for 2 days, then twice daily for the next 5 days. -Corneal ulcers: Ophthalmic: Solution: Infants, Children, and Adolescents: Instill 2 drops into the conjunctival sac every 15 minutes for the first 6 hours, then 2 drops every 30 minutes for the remainder of the first day; on the second day, instill 2 drops every hour; on the third day and for the duration of therapy, instill 2 drops every 4 hours thereafter for a total of 14 days, in case of using the ointment: Children ≥12 years and Adolescents: Apply 1/2-inch ribbon into the conjunctival sac every 1 to 2 hours around the clock for 2 days, then every 4 hours for up to 12 days.

Active Ingredients

Ciprofloxacin

Recommended Doctors

No Recommended Doctors Found

Dosage & Administration

-For topical ophthalmic use only; avoid touching tip of applicator to eye or other surfaces. -Contact lenses should be removed prior to administration.

Side Effects

-Crystalline eye deposits, unpleasant taste (immediately after instillation), corneal disease, burning sensation of eyes, conjunctival hyperemia, crusting of eyelid, eye discomfort, eye pruritus and foreign body sensation of eye.

Safety Advice

-In case of using the eye drops for the treatment of corneal ulcer, treatment may continue after day 14 if re-epithelialization has not occurred. -In case of using the eye ointment for the treatment of corneal ulcer, treatment may continue after day 12 if re-epithelialization has not occurred. -Should not be given to patients suffering from hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin. -Corneal healing may be delayed. -Prolonged use may result in fungal or bacterial superinfection. -Contact lens wearers: Some products contain benzalkonium chloride which may be absorbed by soft contact lenses; contact lenses should not be worn during treatment of ophthalmologic infections. -To avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface. -Incase of over dose be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much and when it happened, and seek immediate medical attention. For additional information call us on 16676. Always tell your physician your detailed medical history.

Storage

Store at room temperature.

Drug Interactions

There are no known significant interactions.

Pregnancy & Lactation

-The amount of ciprofloxacin available systemically following topical application of the ophthalmic drops is significantly less in comparison to oral or IV doses. If ophthalmic agents are needed during pregnancy, the minimum effective dose should be used. -It is not known if ciprofloxacin can be detected in breast milk following ophthalmic administration. -Ask your physician before taking any medication during pregnancy and lactation.

Manufacture

EIPICO

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