Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
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Indication: Superficial ophthalmic infections Age: Adult |
Dose: Eye drops – 1-2 drops Frequency: up to 6 times daily |
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Indication: Severe superficial ophthalmic infections Age: Adult Condition: Initial treatment |
Dose: Eye drops – 1-2 drops Frequency: every 15 minutes Note: Reducing the frequency gradually as the infection is controlled |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Indication: Superficial ophthalmic infections Age: Child |
Dose: Eye drops – 1-2 drops Frequency: up to 6 times daily Note: Instill into affected eye |
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Indication: Superficial ophthalmic infections Age: Child Condition: Severe infections |
Dose: Eye drops – 1-2 drops Frequency: every 15 minutes initially Note: Reduce the frequency gradually as the infection is controlled |
Administration
- Wash hands before use
- Don't touch dropper tip
Side Effect
- Allergic contact dermatitis
- Transient irritation
- burning
- stinging
- Increased redness
- lacrimation
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
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Other neurotoxic and/or nephrotoxic drugs including Cephalosporins (Cephalothin, Cefazolin, Cefadroxil, Cefuroxime, Ceftriaxone, Cefotaxime), methicillin, amphotericin B, ciclosporin, cisplatin, Potent diuretics (e.g. ethacrynic acid, furosemide), Neuromuscular Blocking Agents (Pancuronium, Vecuronium, Atracurium, Succinylcholine) (e.g. succinylcholine, tubocurarine)
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Additive effect
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Warfarin, Phenindione
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May potentiate the effect of anticoagulants
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
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Hepatic Impairment
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Can cause drug accumulation
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Perforated Ear Drum
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Can cause ear damage
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children. To avoid contamination, do not touch the tip of the container to the eye, eyelid or any surface.
Data Sources
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