Composition
Each 1 ml contains:
ciprofloxacin HCl 3.5 mg (Equivalent to ciprofloxacin 3 mg).
benzalkonium chloride 50 % (as a preservative) 0.0002 ml.
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Indications
Treatment of corneal ulcers in adults and children 12
months of age or older.
Treatment of conjunctivitis and blepharitis in adults and children 12 months of age or older.
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Dosage
Corneal Ulcers:
- First 6 hours: 2 drops in the affected eye / 15 minutes.
- Remainder of the 1st day: 2 drops in the affected eye / 30 minutes.
- Second day: 2 drops in the affected eye / 1 hour.
- Third to fourteenth day: 2 drops in the affected eye / 4 hours.
Bacterial Conjunctivitis/Blepharitis:
- First 2 days: 1-2 drops / 2 hours while awake.
- Next 5 days: 1-2 drops / 4 hours while awake.
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How Supplied
Carton box containing Plastic dropper bottle of 5 ml and an inner leaflet.
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Mechanism of action
The bactericidal action of Ciprofox results from interference with the enzyme DNA gyrase which is needed for the synthesis of bacterial DNA.
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Special Populations
Pregnancy:
Ciprofloxacin should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk
to the fetus.
Nursing Mothers:
Caution should be exercised when ciprofloxacin is administered to a nursing mother.
Pediatric Use:
Safety and effectiveness in children below the age of 1 year have not been established.
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