Ciproxy 0.3% (Ophthalmic Ointment)

3 gm tube: ৳ 35.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Ciprofloxacin ophthalmic
Company Osl pharma limited
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Title and Categories

  • Ciproxy 0.3% ophthalmic solution
  • Ophthalmic antibacterial drugs

Indications

  • Treatment of corneal ulcers
  • Treatment of conjunctivitis
  • Treatment of blepharitis
  • Bacterial susceptibility

Composition

  • Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride
  • Benzalkonium Chloride
  • Ciprofloxacin 3 mg/ml

Pharmacology

  • Bactericidal action
  • Inhibition of DNA gyrase

Dosage & Administration

  • Dosage for Corneal Ulcers
  • Dosage for Bacterial Conjunctivitis/Blepharitis
  • Pediatric use safety

Interaction

  • Potential drug interactions with theophylline
  • Potential drug interactions with caffeine
  • Enhanced effects of oral anticoagulants
  • Potential elevations in serum creatinine

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to Ciprofloxacin
  • Hypersensitivity to quinolones

Side Effects

  • Local burning or discomfort
  • White crystalline precipitates
  • Lid margin crusting
  • Foreign body sensation
  • Itching
  • Conjunctival hyperemia
  • Bad taste following instillation

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Limited studies in pregnant women
  • Use only if benefit justifies potential risk

Precautions & Warnings

  • Potential overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms
  • Discontinue in case of super-infection
  • Discontinue at first sign of hypersensitivity reaction

Overdose Effects

  • Eyewash with warm tap water for topical overdose

Therapeutic Class

  • Aural Anti-bacterial preparations
  • Ophthalmic antibacterial drugs

Storage Conditions

  • Room temperature storage
  • Protection from light
  • Use within one month after opening

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