Description
Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops is a combination medicine indicated for the treatment of postoperative eye conditions (swelling, pain, redness, etc.) which are responsive to steroids and where bacterial infections or risks of bacterial infections exist. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age. It may also be used to treat certain infections of the ear canal caused by susceptible bacteria.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops
Abdominal pain
Ringing or buzzing in the ears
Loss of vision or blurred vision
Headache
Eye irritation and discomfort
Dizziness
Uses of Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops
What is it prescribed for?
Steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular conditions
This medicine is used for the treatment of postoperative eye conditions (swelling, redness, pain, etc.) which are responsive to steroids and where bacterial infections or risks of bacterial infections exist.
Steroid-responsive inflammatory auricular conditions
This medicine may be used for the treatment of inflammatory conditions of the ears (swelling, pain, redness, etc.) where bacterial infections or risks of bacterial infections exist.
When not to use?
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to ciprofloxacin, any other medicines belonging to the drug class fluoroquinolones, dexamethasone, any other glucocorticoids, or any other inactive ingredients present along with these medicines.
Systemic Fungal Infection
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a fungal infection affecting any internal organs/organs in the body.
Warnings
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Use of this medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless absolutely necessary and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.
General warnings
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Contact lenses
Your doctor may ask you to stop the usage of contact lenses for up to a few days prior to the surgery and for up to a few days to a few months post-surgery depending on the type of eye surgery performed. If you are able to use contact lenses post-surgery, they should be removed prior to the administration of the eye drops. You are advised to wait for at least 10 to 15 minutes post administration of the eye drops before re-inserting the lenses.
Skin rash
This medicine may cause a skin rash or other signs and symptoms of allergic reactions. Any instance indicative of allergic reactions should be reported to the doctor on priority. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Dosage
Missed Dose
Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
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Interactions
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Ketorolac
Disease interactions
Ocular Toxicities
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of cataracts, glaucoma, or increased intraocular pressure due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Ocular herpes infection
This medicine is not recommended for use if the patient is suffering from an eye infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
General Instructions
Use this medicine exactly as prescribed. Do not administer in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
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