CIPROFLOXACIN EYE/EAR DROPS

About

CIPROFLOXACIN Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial eye/ear infections. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

CIPROFLOXACIN Eye/Ear Drops is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

It may cause application site irritation and burning sensation immediately following application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. While using for eye infections, it may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines. Do not wear contact lenses while using it.

Usage

• Bacterial eye / ear infections

Side Effects

• Application Site Irritation
• Burning Sensation

How to Use

This medicine is for external use only.Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.

How it Works

CIPROFLOXACIN Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye/ear infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.

Quick Tips

• You have been prescribed CIPROFLOXACIN Eye/Ear Drops for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye/ear.
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
• Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye/ear, to avoid contamination.
• You should continue using the medicine for 48 hours after your symptoms have cleared up.
• Talk to your doctor if your symptoms haven't started to improve within two days of starting treatment, if they get worse during treatment or if you get another eye /ear infection.
• Throw away any medicine left at the end of the course.
• If using CIPROFLOXACIN Eye/Ear Drops for eye:
  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
  • Do not wear contact lenses, while using this medication.
  • It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.