Aprodex 0.3%+0.1% (Ophthalmic Solution)

5 ml drop: ৳ 75.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Ciprofloxacin dexamethasone
Company	Aristopharma ltd

Title

Sterile Eye & Ear Drops

Description

This medicine is indicated for the treatment of steroid responsive inflammatory ocular conditions where bacterial infections or risk of bacterial infections co-exist. It can also be used for post-operative inflammation and any other ocular inflammation associated with infection. In addition, it is indicated in the treatment of ear infections accompanied by inflammation such as otitis externa, acute and chronic otitis media etc. The medicine has anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic actions and possesses antibacterial activity against a wide range of gram-negative and gram-positive organisms.

Dimensions

N/A

Color Options

Clear solution

Functions

Treats steroid responsive inflammatory ocular conditions
Treats ear infections accompanied by inflammation
Reduces prostaglandin synthesis
Inhibits chemotactic infiltration of neutrophils
Interferes with the enzyme DNA gyrase for DNA synthesis

Materials

Sterile solution

Technical Specifications

1 drop to be instilled into conjunctival sac(s) every four to six hours for eye treatment
4 drops instilled into the affected ear 2 times daily for ear treatment
Shake well before each use
For external use only
To be used within 30 days after first opening

Design Elements

Bottle packaging
Sterile dropper
Labeled instructions

Usability Features

Easy-to-use dropper
Convenient storage

Interaction

Potential interaction with theophylline
Potential interference with caffeine metabolism
Potential enhancement of oral anticoagulant effects
Transient elevations in serum creatinine

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any ingredient
Herpes simplex and other viral conditions
Mycosis
Glaucoma
Newborn babies
Fungal diseases of ocular or auricular structures

Side Effects

Transient ocular burning or discomfort
Stinging
Redness
Itching
Conjunctivitis/Keratitis
Periocular/Facial edema
Foreign body sensation
Photophobia
Blurred vision
Tearing
Dryness
Eye pain
Elevation of intraocular pressure (IOP)
Possible development of glaucoma
Optic nerve damage
Posterior subcapsular cataract formation
Delayed wound healing
Ear pain
Irritability
Dizziness
Erythema

Pregnancy & Lactation

Usage during pregnancy requires potential benefit justifying potential risk to the fetus
Caution required during nursing period

Precautions & Warnings

Consider fungal infections of the cornea after long-term steroid dosing
Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms
Routine monitoring of intraocular pressure required
Use caution in patients with persistent corneal ulceration

Therapeutic Class

Aural steroid & antibiotic combined preparations

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool and dry place, away from light. Keep out of reach of children. The bottle is to be closed strongly immediately after use.