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Esipflox D Bottle Of 10ml Eye/Ear Drops

Name: Esipflox D Bottle Of 10ml Eye/Ear Drops
Brand: ESIPFLOX
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Overview

Esipflox D eye/ear drop contains a combination of two medicines: Dexamethasone (steroid) and Ciprofloxacin (antibiotic). It is used to treat inflammation and swelling in the eyes after surgery or an operation. It is also used to treat bacterial infections of the eye.

Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic medicine that works by inhibiting certain enzymes responsible for bacterial replication. Dexamethasone is a steroid that works by reducing swelling and inflammation by inhibiting the production of natural substances in the body. You should complete the course of treatment and must not stop on your own without informing your doctor.

Usage Instructions

Directions for Use

Use Esipflox D eye/ear drop as advised by your doctor
Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using this medicine
Close your eyes for 2-3 minutes and do not blink or squeeze after application
Avoid touching your eyes with the dropper, and you must keep the dropper clean
Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a tissue
Check the colour of the solution
Avoid using it if it has changed colour or has become cloudy

Safety Information

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I use Esipflox D eye/ear drop during pregnancy?

Components of this medicine are known to be unsafe during pregnancy. Hence, Esipflox D eye/ear drop should be avoided during pregnancy until needed.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Esipflox D eye/ear drop while breastfeeding?

There is limited information available on the safety of Esipflox D eye/ear drop in lactating women. Perhaps the steroid present in this medicine can be systemically absorbed and cause a potential risk to the foetus. A doctor should therefore decide on whether to discontinue breastfeeding or the medicine after assessing the potential benefits over risk.

Driving

Can I drive if I have applied Esipflox D eye/ear drop?

This medicine may affect your vision and ability to see objects. Avoid driving immediately after applying this ointment.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Esipflox D eye/ear drop?

No information is available on the interactions of this medicine when taken with alcohol. However, it is advisable to refrain from excessive consumption of alcohol as it may delay recovery after surgery or from an infection.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You are experiencing tension in your eye or glaucoma.
You are expected to take this medicine for a longer duration.
You experience any other infection while you are using this medicine.
You have developed a fungal infection of the cornea upon prolonged use.
The steroid present in Esipflox D eye/ear drop can mask the symptoms of other infections.
Eye pressure should be monitored every 10 days.
You are experiencing visual disturbances, blurred vision, and other eye-related problems (cataract).
Do not wear contact lenses if there are signs and symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis.

Dosage

Missed a Dose

If you have missed using Esipflox D eye/ear drop, then instil the drops as soon as you remember if the next installation is more than 4 hours later.
If it is almost time for the next installation, then skip the missed dose and instil the drops at the time of the next dose as planned.
Do not overuse this medicine to compensate for the missed dose.

Overdose

As Esipflox D eye/ear drop are meant for external application, cases of overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic. It works by inhibiting the enzyme in the bacterial cell responsible for replication, growth, and repair of bacteria, thus inhibiting bacterial growth.
Dexamethasone is a steroid. It works by suppressing the inflammatory response by blocking the action of inflammatory mediators. It helps in reducing the swelling and inflammation.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I use Esipflox D eye/ear drop in viral infections?

Esipflox D eye/ear drop contains an antibiotic, Ciprofloxacin, which acts on bacteria. It is not active against viruses. Hence, it should be avoided in viral infections. Also, it contains a steroid that needs to be avoided in viral infections.

What should I do in case there is burning, redness, or watering of the eyes?

Stop the use of Esipflox D eye/ear drop, wash your eyes with water, and reach a nearby hospital, or contact your doctor for further evaluation and management.