Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic that belongs to the family of medications known as quinolones. Ciprofloxacin ointment or solution is used for the treatment of infections of the eye caused by certain types of bacteria.
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Ointment: Apply a 1.25 cm (half-inch) ribbon of ointment into the inside of the lower eyelid as directed by your doctor. (The directions will vary according to the condition being treated.) Avoid touching the tip of the tube to anything, as this can cause contamination.
Drops: Use 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as directed by your doctor for conjunctivitis or corneal ulcer. Avoid touching the tip of the bottle to anything, as this can cause contamination.
Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as age, body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important to apply Ciprofloxacin Opht exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not apply a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Store Ciprofloxacin Opht at room temperature and keep it out of the reach of children.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.
The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Ciprofloxacin Opht. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Ciprofloxacin Opht with your doctor.
The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people using Ciprofloxacin Opht. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.
Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.
Although most of these side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Stop using the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are using Ciprofloxacin Opht.
Each mL of ophthalmic solution contains 3 mg of ciprofloxacin. Nonmedicinal ingredients: benzalkonium chloride 0.006% as a preservative, sodium acetate, acetic acid, mannitol, edetate disodium, hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide (to adjust pH) and purified water.
Do not use Ciprofloxacin Opht if you:
It is not known specifically whether ciprofloxacin eye ointment or solution will interact with other medications. However, when taken by mouth or intravenously (i.e. injected into a vein), there may be an interaction between ciprofloxacin and any of the following:
If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.
Medications other than those listed above may interact with Ciprofloxacin Opht. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.
Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use this medication.
Allergy: Stop using ciprofloxacin at the first sign of allergy (e.g., a skin rash) and contact your doctor.
Blurred Vision: This medication may cause a temporary blurring of vision. If your vison becomes blurred, do not drive or operate machinery until your vision has cleared.
Contact lenses: Avoid wearing contact lenses while you have signs and symptoms of an eye infection. The preservative in Ciprofloxacin Opht can also cause discolouration of soft contact lenses.
Overgrowth of organisms: Prolonged use of ciprofloxacin eye solution or ointment may result in overgrowth of organisms not killed by the medication, including fungi.
Pregnancy: There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of the use of ciprofloxacin eye solution or ointment by pregnant women. It should be used by pregnant women only if, in the doctor's opinion, the benefit clearly outweighs any potential unknown risks.
Breast-feeding: It is not known if ciprofloxacin eye solution or ointment passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Ciprofloxacin Opht, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Ciprofloxacin Opht have not been established for children under one year of age.
Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic that belongs to the family of medications known as quinolones. Ciprofloxacin ointment or solution is used for the treatment of infections of the eye caused by certain types of bacteria.
Sandoz Ciprofloxacin Opht (Ciprofloxacin Opht) may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of Ciprofloxacin Opht may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of Ciprofloxacin Opht may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here.
Your doctor may have suggested Ciprofloxacin Opht for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are using Ciprofloxacin Opht, speak to your doctor. Do not stop using Ciprofloxacin Opht without consulting your doctor.
Do not give Ciprofloxacin Opht to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to use Ciprofloxacin Opht if their doctor has not prescribed it.
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