Ciloxan Eye Drops for Bacterial Eye Infections

Working

Ciprofloxacin, the active component has the action on an enzyme called bacterial topoisomerase II (DNA gyrase) and topoisomerase IV. It targets the alpha subunits of the enzyme DNA gyrase to stop it from supercoiling the bacterial DNA, which helps to avoid DNA replication. This stops bacterial growth.The peak effect of Ciloxan Eye Drops medicine can be seen within one to two hours post-administration. The effect of this medicine persists for an average duration of 12 to 20 hours.

Dose

• Before using this drug product, read the instructions on the prescription carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any doubts.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before instilling Ciloxan Eye Drops. Never touch the tip of the eye Dropper or allow it to touch your eye or any surface.
• Use this drug product on a regular basis to get the desired results.
• Do not stop using Ciloxan Eye Drops medication even if your symptoms disappear within a few days.
• Continue using Ciloxan Eye Drops medication until the time your physician asks you to stop.

Side Effects

The most commonly observed side effects of this formulation are as follows-

• Discomfort in eyes
• Itchy eyes
• Blurred vision
• Sensitivity to light
• Redness

These side effects subside after some time. However, if any of these side effects last for an extended period, call your doctor right away. White crystals may appear in eyes after using Ciloxan eye drops for the first few days, but they disappear in a couple of weeks. These are harmless and so there is no need to panic.

Precautions

• Ciloxan Eye Drops should not be used if you are allergic to its active constituent, ciprofloxacin or other drugs of its class such as levofloxacin, ofloxacin, moxifloxacin, norfloxacin, etc.
• Do not stop using Ciloxan Eye Drops medication before consulting a doctor as it may let bacteria to continue to grow, which may result in a relapse of the infection.
• Never use this drug product for a viral or fungal eye infection. Ciloxan Eye Drops medication treats only bacterial eye infections.
• Instilling Ciloxan Eye Drops may cause temporary blurred vision, so avoid activities such as driving or operating machinery.
• Limit alcohol consumption while using this drug product.

Warnings

• Excessive or unnecessary use of Ciloxan Eye Drops product can reduce its effectiveness.
• Repeated use of Ciloxan Eye Drops medication or for an extended period can produce new fungal infection in the eyes.
• During pregnancy and breast-feeding, use this medication only after consulting your doctor.
• Ciloxan Eye Drops are not recommended for use in anyone below one-year-old.
• Do not wear contact lenses while on treatment with this medication.

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