G-Cipro 0.3% (Ophthalmic Solution)

10 ml drop: ৳ 20.00

Medicine Details

Indications

  • Treatment of corneal ulcers
  • Treatment of conjunctivitis
  • Treatment of blepharitis
  • For bacterial infections

Composition

  • Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride BP equivalent to Ciprofloxacin 3 mg
  • Benzalkonium Chloride 0.06 mg per ml

Pharmacology

  • Bactericidal activity
  • Inhibition of DNA gyrase
  • Activity against Gram-negative and Gram-positive organisms

Dosage & Administration

  • Specific dosages for corneal ulcers
  • Specific dosages for bacterial conjunctivitis/blepharitis
  • Pediatric use safety disclaimer

Interaction

  • Potential drug interactions with theophylline
  • Potential drug interactions with caffeine
  • Potential effect on oral anticoagulant warfarin
  • Association with transient elevations in serum creatinine

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to Ciprofloxacin or any other component of the product
  • Hypersensitivity to other quinolones

Side Effects

  • Local burning or discomfort
  • White crystalline precipitates in corneal ulcer studies
  • Lid margin crusting
  • Foreign body sensation
  • Itching
  • Conjunctival hyperemia
  • Bad taste following instillation
  • Corneal staining
  • Keratopathy/keratitis
  • Allergic reactions
  • Lid edema
  • Tearing
  • Photophobia
  • Corneal infiltrates
  • Nausea
  • Decreased vision

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
  • Use during pregnancy only if potential benefit justifies potential risk to the fetus

Precautions & Warnings

  • Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms
  • Discontinue use if super-infection occurs
  • Discontinue use at first appearance of skin rash or hypersensitivity reaction

Overdose Effects

  • Flushing from the eye(s) with warm tap water

Therapeutic Class

  • Aural Anti-bacterial preparations
  • Ophthalmic antibacterial drugs

Storage Conditions

  • Room temperature storage
  • Protection from light
  • Desirable use within one month after first opening

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