Uses of Ciprofloxacin 0.3%

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1. What is Ciprofloxacin 0.3%?

Ciprofloxacin 0.3% is a medicine that is prepared as a direct drop solution. The drug is manufactured by many pharmaceutical companies with the same brand name. Some pharmaceutical companies such as TW Vidipha Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company (Vietnam), Binh Dinh Pharmaceutical - Medical Equipment Joint Stock Company - Bidiphar (Vietnam), 3/2 Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company (Vietnam). ),...
The main ingredients of Ciprofloxacin 0.3% include:
Ciprofloxacin; Excipients (distilled water, Mannitol, Disodium edeta...); The composition of the excipients may vary depending on the pharmaceutical company. The drug is prepared in the form of a small solution of 5ml, contained in a rectangular package.

2. What is Ciprofloxacin 0.3% used for?

Ciprofloxacin 0.3% medicine contains the main ingredient Ciprofloxacin - a broad-spectrum active ingredient against Gram (-), (+) bacteria. Ciprofloxacin 0.3% is bactericidal due to its ability to inhibit the activity of the enzyme DNA - gyrase, an enzyme necessary for the synthesis of bacterial DNA.
In addition, Ciprofloxacin 0.3% also has broad-spectrum resistance, including important pathogens such as:
Gram (-) bacteria including: Pseudomonas, Enterobacter; Enteric pathogens: Salmonella shigella, Yersinia, Vibrio cholerae; Bacteria that cause respiratory diseases such as: Haemophilus, Legionella, Mycoplasma, Chlamydia,... Gram (+) bacteria are less sensitive but still effective; In general, Ciprofloxacin 0.3% has the main effect of bactericidal, indicated for many different types of infections.

3. Indications to use Ciprofloxacin 0.3%

Ciprofloxacin 0.3% is indicated for various infections. Specifically:
Infections in the eye include: conjunctivitis, corneal inflammation/ulcer, keratitis, blepharitis, conjunctivitis - eyelid inflammation, bacterial lacrimal gland inflammation, ..; Ear infections include: otitis externa, otitis media (both acute and chronic with pus), ...; In addition, Ciprofloxacin 0.3% is also indicated in the cases of prophylaxis after eye and ear procedures and surgeries such as corneal and conjunctival transplant surgery, before and after eye surgery, mastoid surgery, ...
Indications Ciprofloxacin 0.3% mainly in the form of infections in the eyes/ears. Therefore, we also need to be careful.

4. Dosage – how to take Ciprofloxacin 0.3%

Ciprofloxacin 0.3% is used by instilling directly into the eyes and ears according to the instructions. The recommended dosage of Ciprofloxacin 0.3% is as follows:
4.1. For eye infections The recommended dosage is as follows:
Acute infections: instill 1-2 drops every 15-30 minutes, reduce frequency as symptoms subside; For other eye infections, the recommended dose is 1-2 drops. Instill 2 to 6 times a day or lower or higher dose as directed by your doctor/pharmacist. Treatment of acute and chronic trachoma, the recommended dose is 2 drops per eye. Apply 2-4 times a day, use for 1-2 months or can be extended as indicated. Types of eye infections need to be cautious, when instilled according to instructions and doses.
4.2. Dosage of Ciprofloxacin 0.3% for ear infections The recommended dose is 2 to 3 drops every 2 -3 hours, gradually reducing the dose as clinical symptoms subside.
Ciprofloxacin 0.3% is a direct drop solution, we just need to use it according to the instructions. The recommended dosage has been guided by the doctor, pharmacist, patients should not increase or decrease the dose on their own.

5. Contraindications to Ciprofloxacin 0.3%

Ciprofloxacin 0.3% is not used for the following subjects:
Cases with a history of allergy, hypersensitivity to other drugs; Cases with local allergies, hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients and excipients contained in Ciprofloxacin 0.3%; Pregnant and lactating women should not use the drug, because the drug can cause effects on pregnancy and through breast milk; Patients should carefully read the prescription and instructions for use before taking the medicine. Immediately inform the doctor about the history of drug allergy for specific advice.

6. Side effects when taking Ciprofloxacin 0.3%

Ciprofloxacin 0.3% may cause side effects including:
Local discomfort after instillation; Local burning pain; Feeling of lump, swelling, itching, corneal congestion, eyelid swelling, live tears... Fear of light, decreased vision; Nausea and vomiting; You may experience one or more different side effects after taking Ciprofloxacin 0.3%. Therefore, be cautious and inform your doctor/pharmacist about the side effects and levels to have an effective treatment plan.

7. Caution when using Ciprofloxacin 0.3%

Ciprofloxacin 0.3% may increase side effects, unwanted interactions. Therefore, when using the patient also need to be careful, pay attention:
When used for a long time, it can cause an outbreak of non-susceptible bacteria, including fungi; In case of using Ciprofloxacin 0.3% with superinfection, appropriate treatment measures should be taken; If there is a rash, vomiting, ... complicated allergic or hypersensitivity reactions, you need to stop the drug immediately and notify the doctor; Although there are no reports of interactions when using Ciprofloxacin 0.3%, when using it, we should also inform the doctor about the drugs we are taking, used in the last time.

8. Ciprofloxacin 0.3% storage

Ciprofloxacin 0.3% have any effect? The drug has an anti-infective effect with infections in the ears, eyes, etc. In order for the drug to be effective, the preservation needs to be done according to the correct procedure. Accordingly, Ciprofloxacin 0.3% should be stored well in dry conditions, avoiding mold or at the right temperature. The medicine should be used up within half a month after opening.
Hope the above information about Ciprofloxacin 0.3% has helped you have a better overview of this drug. If you have any doubts about taking the medicine, the indications, the dosage, please consult your doctor.
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