Spectra 0.3% (Ophthalmic Solution)

5 ml drop: ৳ 40.12

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Ciprofloxacin ophthalmic
Company Jayson pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

  • Treatment of corneal ulcers
  • Treatment of conjunctivitis
  • Treatment of blepharitis

Composition

  • 3mg Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride
  • 0.06mg Benzalkonium Chloride

Pharmacology

  • Bactericidal action
  • Inhibition of DNA gyrase
  • Activity against Gram-negative organisms
  • Activity against Gram-positive organisms

Dosage & Administration

  • Specific dosage for corneal ulcers
  • Specific dosage for bacterial conjunctivitis/blepharitis
  • Pediatric use safety disclaimer

Interaction

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

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to Ciprofloxacin
  • Hypersensitivity to other quinolones

Side Effects

  • Local burning or discomfort
  • White crystalline precipitates
  • 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

  • No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
  • Use during pregnancy if potential benefit justifies potential risk to fetus

Precautions & Warnings

  • Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms
  • Discontinue use if super-infection occurs
  • Discontinue at first appearance of skin rash or hypersensitivity reaction

Overdose Effects

  • Flushing from the eye with warm tap water

Therapeutic Class

  • Aural Anti-bacterial preparations
  • Ophthalmic antibacterial drugs

Storage Conditions

  • Store at room temperature
  • Protect from light
  • Use within one month after first opening

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