Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
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Indication: Ocular inflammation with suspected or confirmed bacterial infection Age: Adult |
Dose: Eye Drops – 1-2 drops Frequency: every 4-6 hours Note: Dosage may be increased to every 2 hours during the initial 24-48 hours; decrease the frequency gradually as improvement is seen. |
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Indication: Ocular inflammation with suspected or confirmed bacterial infection Age: Adult |
Dose: Ointment – approximately 1/2 inch Frequency: up to 3-4 times daily Note: Apply into the conjunctival sac(s). |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Indication: Ocular inflammation with suspected or confirmed bacterial infection Age: less than 2 years |
Dose: Ophthalmic – As specified in note Note: Safety and efficacy not established |
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Indication: Ocular inflammation with suspected or confirmed bacterial infection Age: greater than 2 years |
Dose: Eye Drops – 1-2 drops Frequency: every 4-6 hours Note: instilled into the conjunctival sac(s). Dosage may be increased to every 2 hours during the initial 24-48 hours, decrease frequency gradually as improvement seen. |
Administration
- Wash hands first
- Shake well
Side Effect
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- lid itching and swelling
- conjunctival erythema
- increase in intraocular pressure
- glaucoma
- optic nerve damage
- posterior subcapsular cataract formation and delayed wound healing
- Secondary infections especially after prolonged use
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
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Neostigmine, Pyridostigmine
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Antagonistic effect
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Warfarin, Phenindione
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May potentiate the effect
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
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Viral Infections of Corneal
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Can worsen viral infection
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Mycobacterial Infection
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Risk of infection spread
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Store at room temperature. Close the bottle immediately after use. Do not use for longer than one month after opening the bottle.
Data Sources
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