Cifran D Bottle Of 10ml Eye/Ear Drops

Cifran 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.

Dosage

Missed a Dose

• If you have missed using Cifran 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 Cifran 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.

Directions for Use

• Use Cifran 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

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

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

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

Breast Feeding

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

There is limited information available on the safety of Cifran 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 Cifran 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 Cifran 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 Cifran 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.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to ciprofloxacin, dexamethasone, or any other component of the medication.
• If you have a history of an allergic reaction to similar ointments like Norfloxacin and other Quinolones.
• If you are suffering from an eye infection that affects your cornea and is caused by Herpes simplex virus.
• If you are suffering from a fungal, viral, or infection of the eye.

Side effects

• Redness and watery eyes
• Blurred vision
• Visual disturbances
• Dryness in eye
• Oedema
• Eye pain
• Sensation of foreign particles in eyes
• Irritation
• Swelling in eye
• Increased sensitivity to light

Storage and disposal

• Store in a cool and dry place. Keep out of the reach of children.
• You should not use the eye drops once the expiry date has passed, and you should discard it properly.
• You should not use the medicine if you notice that the colour of the content is different or particles are present.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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

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

What does Cifran D eye/ear drop contain?

Cifran D eye/ear drop contains ciprofloxacin, an antibiotic, and dexamethasone, a steroid that suppresses the inflammatory response.

What are the uses of Cifran D eye/ear drop?

Cifran D eye/ear drop is used for the treatment of the postoperative inflammatory condition of the eyes.