Description
Ceflox 250 MG Drops is an antibiotic that is used to treat a variety of eye and ear infections such as conjunctivitis, corneal ulcers, swimmer's ears, etc. caused by certain types of bacteria. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 1 year of age.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Ceflox 250 MG Drops
- Blurred vision
- Eye pain
- Redness of the eye
- Eye discomfort
- Burning or itching of eyes
- Dry eye
- Swelling of the eye lid
- Fever
- Headache
- Ear pain
- Ear discomfort
Uses of Ceflox 250 MG Drops
What is it prescribed for?
- Bacterial Conjunctivitis
- Corneal Ulcers
- Otitis Externa
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
- How long do the effects of this medicine last?The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
- 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.
- Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering this medicine.
- Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to ciprofloxacin, any other fluoroquinolones, or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.
General warnings
Drug-resistance
Usage of this medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing benefits and may even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug resistant.
Driving or Operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause blurred vision in some patients. 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 machinery until your vision is clear.
Contact lens
Usage of contact lens is not recommended in patients who are suffering from an eye infection.
Use in Pediatrics
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 1 year of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Contamination
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface since this may lead to contamination by bacteria. Patients are advised to take all hygienic precautions to ensure that the medicine is not contaminated.
Missed Dose
Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not administer a double dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
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 this medicine exactly as prescribed. Do not administer in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine works by inhibiting an enzyme required for the bacterial DNA to replicate. This blocks the multiplication and growth and results in the eventual death of the bacteria.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Quinolones
Schedule
Schedule H
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