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