Cipro-A 0.3% (Ophthalmic Solution)

5 ml drop: ৳ 50.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Ciprofloxacin ophthalmic
Company	Acme laboratories ltd

Indications

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

Composition

Active Substance: Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride BP equivalent to Ciprofloxacin 3 mg per ml
Preservative: Benzalkonium Chloride 0.06 mg per ml

Pharmacology

Inhibition of DNA gyrase (topoisomerase)
Bactericidal action
Activity against Gram-negative and Gram-positive organisms

Dosage & Administration

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

Interaction

Potential drug interactions
Elevation of plasma theophylline concentrations
Interference with caffeine metabolism
Enhancement of oral anticoagulant effects
Transient elevations in serum creatinine

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to Ciprofloxacin
Hypersensitivity to 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

Use during pregnancy only if benefit justifies potential risk to fetus

Precautions & Warnings

Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms
Discontinue at first sign of hypersensitivity reaction

Overdose Effects

Flush from eyes with warm water in case of topical overdose

Therapeutic Class

Aural Anti-bacterial preparations
Ophthalmic antibacterial drugs

Storage Conditions

Store at room temperature
Protect from light
Desirable to not use contents more than one month after opening

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