Ciprolex Eye/Ear Drop

Description

CIPROLEX EYE EAR DROP
This medication is indicated for treating corneal ulcers and superficial infections of the eye and its adnexa caused by strains presumed or reported susceptible to ciprofloxacin, particularly Pseudomonas aeruginosa and other Gram-negative bacteria resistant to typical treatments. It is also recommended for localized or diffuse otitis externa accompanied by a strong inflammatory reaction and strains susceptible to ciprofloxacin. equivalent to 3 mg base.

ADDED INFORMATION
Inactive ingredients include disodium edetate, mannitol, glacial acetic acid, sodium acetate trihydrate, hydrochloric acid, and/or sodium hydroxide for pH adjustment, as well as purified water.

CONTRAINDICATIONS
Hypersensitivity to quinolones.

DOSAGE
For otic infections
3 to 4 drops, 2 to 4 times per day, or more frequently, if required.

For corneal ulcers
On the 1st day: instill 2 drops into the affected eye every 15 minutes for the first six hours and then 2 drops into the affected eye every 30 minutes for the remainder of the day.
On the 2nd day: instill 2 drops into the affected eye hourly.
On the 3rd through the 14th day, place 2 drops into the affected eye every 4 hours. If the patient needs to be treated longer than 14 days, the dosing regimen is at the discretion of the attending physician.

For Superficial bacterial infections of the eye and adnexa
For the first 2 days, instill 1 or 2 drops into the conjunctival sac of the infected eye(s) every 2 hours during the daytime. Afterward, administer 1 or 2 drops every 4 hours during the daytime until the bacterial infection is resolved.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
This drug may cause Temporary blurred vision or other visual disturbances. Report to the pharmacist or physician if side effects worsen or last more than a few days.

WARNING
Contact lens wear is not recommended during the treatment of an ocular infection. Therefore, patients should be advised not to wear contact lenses while undergoing treatment.

STORAGE
Keep out of the sight and reach of children, and do not store above 30˚C