Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Indication: Bacterial Conjunctivitis |
Dose: Eye drop – 1-2 drops Frequency: every two hours with the patient awake Duration: days 1-2 |
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Indication: Bacterial Conjunctivitis |
Dose: Eye drop – 1-2 drops Frequency: every four hours with the patient awake Duration: days 3-7 |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Indication: Bacterial Conjunctivitis Age: less than 1 year |
Dose: Not applicable – Safety and efficacy not established Note: Safety and efficacy not established |
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Indication: Bacterial Conjunctivitis Age: greater than 1 year |
Dose: Solution – 1-2 drops Frequency: every two hours with the patient awake Duration: days 1-2 Note: instilled into conjunctival sac(s) |
Administration
- Wash hands before use
- Don't touch tip
Side Effect
- Burning
- Ciprofloxacin precipitate in superficial portion of corneal defect
- Stinging
- Conjunctival hyperemia
- Crystals or scales on eyelashes
- Foreign-body sensation
- Itching
- Keratopathy or keratitis
- Lid margin crusting
- Unpleasant taste after instillation
- Corneal infiltrates
- Corneal staining
- Decrease in vision
- Lid edema
- Ocular discomfort
- Photophobia
- Sensitivity reactions
- Tearing
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Clozapine, Ropinirole, Theophylline
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May increase plasma concentrations
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Warfarin, Glibenclamide
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Enhances effect
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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No specific contraindications listed
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Monitor for eye/ear reactions
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Store below 30° C in a cool and dry place protected from light. Keep out of reach of children. Do not touch the dropper tip to surfaces since this may contaminate the solution. Do not use after 30 days of first opening.
Data Sources
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