Civox 0.3% (Ophthalmic Solution)

5 ml drop: ৳ 35.13

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Ciprofloxacin ophthalmic
Company	Popular pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

Treatment of corneal ulcers
Treatment of conjunctivitis
Treatment of blepharitis
Treatment of bacterial infections

Composition

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

Pharmacology

Bactericidal
Inhibits DNA gyrase
Works against Gram-negative and Gram-positive organisms

Dosage & Administration

Corneal ulcers dosage schedule
Bacterial conjunctivitis dosage schedule
Pediatric use safety information

Interaction

Potential drug interactions
Elevated plasma concentrations of theophylline
Interference with caffeine metabolism
Enhanced effects of oral anticoagulant warfarin
Transient elevations in serum creatinine

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to Ciprofloxacin or any other component
Hypersensitivity to other quinolones

Side Effects

Local burning or discomfort
White crystalline precipitates
Lid margin crusting
Crystals/scales
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

Limited studies on pregnant women
Use during pregnancy should be justified by potential benefit

Precautions & Warnings

Risk of overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms
Super-infection precautions
Hypersensitivity reaction precautions

Overdose Effects

Procedure for dealing with a 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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