Ciplox D Eye Drops

Composition of Ciplox D Eye Drops

Ciplox D Eye Drops contains Dexamethasone (0.1%w/v) + Ciprofloxacin (0.3%w/v). It belongs to the Systemic corticosteroid and Fluoroquinolone class of medicines.

Uses of Ciplox D Eye Drops

Ciplox D Eye/Ear Drops is used in the treatment of eye infection with inflammation.

Key benefits

• Fast and powerful control of inflammation
• Life-saving in severe allergic and autoimmune disease
• Effective against a wide range of bacteria
• Well absorbed when taken by mouth

How Ciplox D Eye Drops works

Ciplox D Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of two medicines: Ciprofloxacin and Dexamethasone. Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria in the eye/ear by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. This treats your infection. Dexamethasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye/ear red swollen and itchy.

How to take Ciplox D Eye Drops

This medicine is for external use only.Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next application, skip the missed one — applying extra does not make up for it.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause weight gain, high blood sugar, bone thinning and suppression of the body's own steroid production when it is taken over a prolonged period. It can cause kidney injury, fits and heart rhythm disturbance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Ciplox D Eye Drops

Most side effects of Ciplox D are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Application site irritation

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Ciplox D Eye Drops

Warnings and precautions

Never stop a course of more than a few days suddenly. Your body stops making its own steroid while you take these, and abrupt withdrawal can cause a dangerous collapse. Your doctor will taper the dose. Tell any doctor treating you that you take steroids, and say so urgently if you develop a serious infection, injury or need surgery — you may need a higher dose to cope. Steroids raise blood sugar. If you have diabetes, monitor it more closely during a course. Long-term use thins bones, raises the risk of infection, cataract and glaucoma. Your doctor will monitor and may add bone protection. Chickenpox and measles can be severe in people on steroids — seek advice promptly after any contact. Stop and contact your doctor at once if you develop pain, swelling or tenderness in a tendon — the Achilles tendon at the back of the ankle in particular. This group can damage tendons, and the risk is higher in older people and with steroids. Report any new numbness, tingling or burning in the hands or feet promptly. Tell your doctor about any change in mood, confusion or agitation. Avoid strong sunlight and use sun protection — this group makes the skin burn more easily. Finish the whole course; this group is heavily associated with antibiotic resistance and should be used only when prescribed.

Do not take Ciplox D if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with an untreated systemic infection, except where the steroid is part of the treatment. Generally avoided in children and adolescents, in pregnancy, and in anyone with a history of tendon problems with these antibiotics.

Interactions with other medicines

Anti-inflammatory painkillers together with steroids markedly raise the risk of stomach bleeding. Live vaccines are generally avoided during significant steroid treatment. Antacids, iron, zinc, calcium and milk markedly reduce absorption — separate them by at least two hours. Tell your doctor if you take steroids, a blood thinner or a medicine for heart rhythm.

How to store Ciplox D Eye Drops

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Discard the bottle one month after you first open it, even if some is left. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Ciplox D Eye Drops

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li>Ciplox D Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat bacterial infections and inflammation of the eye/ear.</li> <li>Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.</li> <li>Do not touch the tip to any surface to avoid contamination.</li> <li>Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication to avoid dilution.</li> <li>It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.</li> <li>Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.</li> <li>Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if your condition hasn't improved after seven days of treatment.</li> <li>Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

CIPLA LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Corticosteroid and Antibiotic

Drug class:

Systemic corticosteroid and Fluoroquinolone