Cero 0.3% (Ophthalmic Solution)

5 ml drop: ৳ 40.12

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Ciprofloxacin ophthalmic
Company Gaco pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Cero 03 eye ointment

Title and Category

  • Cero 0.3% Ophthalmic Solution
  • Ophthalmic Antibacterial Drug
  • Aural Anti-bacterial Preparations

Indications

  • Treatment of Corneal Ulcers
  • Treatment of Conjunctivitis
  • Treatment of Blepharitis

Composition

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

Pharmacology

  • Bactericidal Action
  • Inhibition of DNA Gyrase
  • Activity against Gram-negative and Gram-positive Organisms

Dosage & Administration

  • Specific Dosing for Corneal Ulcers
  • Specific Dosing for Bacterial Conjunctivitis/Blepharitis
  • Pediatric Use Safety

Interaction

  • Elevation of Plasma Concentrations of Theophylline
  • Interference with Metabolism of Caffeine
  • Enhancement of Effects of Oral Anticoagulant Warfarin

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to Ciprofloxacin or Quinolones
  • History of Hypersensitivity to Nalidixic Acid

Side Effects

  • Local Burning or Discomfort
  • White Crystalline Precipitates in Corneal Ulcer Studies
  • Lid Margin Crusting
  • Crystals/Scales
  • Foreign Body Sensation

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • No Well-controlled Studies in Pregnant Women
  • Use Only if Potential Benefit Justifies Potential Risk to Fetus

Precautions & Warnings

  • Potential for Overgrowth of Non-susceptible Organisms
  • Discontinue at First Appearance of Skin Rash
  • Hypersensitivity Reaction

Overdose Effects

  • Flushing from Eye(s) with Warm Tap Water

Therapeutic Class

  • Aural Anti-bacterial Preparations
  • Ophthalmic Antibacterial Drugs

Storage Conditions

  • Room Temperature Storage
  • Protection from Light
  • Desirable Usage within One Month After Opening

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