Sunflox-D Eye/Ear Drops

Description

Sunflox-D Eye/Ear Drops is used in the treatment of bacterial infections in the ear/eyes. It works by stopping the growth of microorganisms and killing the existing ones that cause the infection. It also blocks the production of certain chemical messengers that make the affected area red, swollen, and itchy. Sunflox-D Eye/Ear Drops is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Use it regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. You should not discontinue using the medicine unless your doctor tells you so. Stopping the medication before time may allow the bacteria to continue their growth, which may result in the return of the infection. Do not use it on your ear if you have a perforated or ruptured eardrum. Contact lenses should not be worn while you are using this medicine for an eye infection. It is effective in killing many types of bacteria. However, it will not work for other types of eye/ear infections (e.g., viral) and therefore, should only be used if prescribed by your doctor. Unnecessary use of any antibiotic can lead to a decrease in its effectiveness in the future. Some people may experience a burning sensation or irritation in the ear/eyes. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. It may cause some short-term blurring of vision. Do not drive immediately after administering this medicine in the eye. Let your doctor know if you are using any other medicines for the treatment of the same condition.

Introduction

In Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections Sunflox-D Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat infections in the eye or ear caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching, or irritation in the eyes or ear. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Benefits

Sunflox-D Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of two medicines : Ofloxacin and Beclometasone. Ofloxacin is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye/ear infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. Beclometasone is a steroid. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make your eye red, swollen and itchy.

How to use

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.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : - No interaction found/established - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Sunflox-D Eye/Ear Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Sunflox-D Eye/Ear Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Driving : UNSAFE - Sunflox-D Eye/Ear Drops may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear. - Kidney : - No interaction found/established - Liver : - No interaction found/established