Norflox Eye Drop
- Manufacturer : Cipla Ltd
- Equivalent Brands : Chibroxin
- Generic Brands : Norfloxacin
Norflox Eye Drops is used for eye infection, Urinary tract infections, Sexually transmitted disease, Reproductive organ infection, Prostate infection, Stomach infection, Intestinal infections, Typhoid fever bacterial infections and other conditions. Norflox Eye Drops may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Norflox Eye Drops contains Norfloxacin as an active ingredient.
Norflox Eye Drops works by inhibiting bacterial reproduction.
Cipla manufactures Norflox Eye Drops.
Detailed information related to Norflox Eye Drops's uses, composition, dosage, side effects and reviews is listed below.
Norflox 0.30% Eye Drops is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. This treats your infection.
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 without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.
Specific drug interaction studies have not been conducted with norfloxacin ophthalmicsolution.
However, the systemic administration of norfloxacin has shown the following interactions which should be kept in mind while using the ophthalmic solution.
Some of the common side effects of the medicine include:
In case the side effect become serious get in touch with your doctor as soon as you can. This is not a complete list of side effects that may happen. There may be other side effects as well.
Do not share the medicine with anyone even if the person is suffering from the same symptoms.
Use the medicine only for the purpose specified and not for any other purpose.
Store the medicine in a cool and dry pace away from heat, light and moisture.
Wash your hands properly before use.
Do not touch the tip of the medicine bottle because it may lead to contamination.
Wait at least 15 minutes after removing contact lenses and then apply the medicine.
The medicine may blur your vison. Hence it is best to avoid activity that require high alertness such as operating heavy machinery, driving etc.
Do not use another eye drop without the consultation of your doctor.
If the symptoms persist eiven after application of the medicine for substantial period of time then you must get in touch with your doctor again.
Before using Norflox Eye Drops, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
How much to use the drug?
The drug is to be used in the prescribed quantity as mentioned by your doctor. The prescribed quantity is usually fixed by your doctor after examining you thoroughly. Usually 1 or 2 drops would be applied to the affected eyes 4 times daily for up to 7 days. The doses may however vary as per age, weight, severity of condition, response to treatment and drug interaction.
How to use the drug?
The drug needs to be used exactly as instructed by your doctor. Wash your hands properly before use. Open your contact lenses if you are wearing one wait for some time and then apply the eye drop. Be careful not to touch the tip of the medicine bottle.
For how long to use it?
The medicine is to be used for the entire prescribed period of time and should not be stopped in between as it may lead to adverse effect in the body.
Overdose:
Overdose of the medicine should be avoided at any cost as it may lead to several side effects. In case of overdose of the medicine you must get in touch with your doctor at the earliest.
Miss dose:
In case of missed dose you must apply the medicine as soon as you remember provided there is sufficient gap between two doses. Never double dose to compensate for the missed dose.
Norflox 0.30% Eye Drops is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin and soft tissues, windpipe and lungs (pneumonia).
Norflox Eye Drops is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:
Store norfloxacin ophthalmic at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle properly capped.