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Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops

Manufactured byMankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsKetoconazole
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Description

Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops are antifungal medicine that contains ketoconazole as an active ingredient. It is used in the treatment of blepharitis, an infection of the eyelids caused by fungi. It works by stopping the fungal cell membrane formation. Thus, it stops the further growth and spreading of infection. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below the age of 18 years. Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops may cause side effects such as pain, irritation in the eyes and vision disturbances. These symptoms usually subside on their own. However, consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or become severe. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as severe itching, redness, eye irritation, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light. Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are using contact lenses or any other eye drops as this medicine may cause undesirable effects. Inform your doctor if you experience any unexpected reactions while using this medicine. Consult your doctor before using these drops if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machines if you are using these drops since they cause blurred vision.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops

Eye irritation

Blurred vision

Eye swelling

Eye discomfort

Transient burning sensation of the eyes

Uses of Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops

What is it prescribed for?

Fungal Blepharitis

Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops used in the treatment of blepharitis, which is an inflammation (swelling) of eyelids caused by a fungal infection.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The onset of action for Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The duration of action for Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops is not recommended to be used in breastfeeding unless prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Do not use Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops if you are allergic to ketoconazole, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as severe itching, redness, eye irritation, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops is not recommended to be used in breastfeeding unless prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

General warnings

Use in Children

Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops is not recommended for use in anyone below 18 years of age because the data on the safety and efficacy is not available.

Driving or Operating machinery

Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops may cause blurred vision. If you experience blurred vision during treatment with this medicine, it is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating a machine.

Contact lens

Usage of contact lenses should be avoided while using Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops until your infection gets cured. Consult your doctor for advice.

Missed Dose

Administer the missed dose of Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical help in case you suspect an overdose of Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
Use Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops as prescribed by your doctor. Do not instil more or fewer drops than advised/prescribed. Avoid sharing items like eyeglasses, contact lenses, pillows, towels, clothes, eye or face makeup when you are infected. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop using this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Ketostar 0.5% Eye Drops works by blocking a chemical, which is responsible for forming the fungal cell membrane. Thus, it treats the infection and stops further growth.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Azole antifungals, Opthalmic antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 9 Sep 2021

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