Norflox Bottle Of 10ml Eye/Ear Drops

Norflox Eye/Ear Drop is an antibiotic and contains norfloxacin as an active component. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infection of ears and eyes. This medicine should be used in doses and duration as prescribed by the doctor.

You should always complete the entire course of the antibiotic treatment otherwise, it may lead to treatment failure. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor about your detailed medical history.

Dosage

Overdose

Norflox Eye/Ear Drop is meant for application in the ear/eye, the cases of overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. If you think you have instilled too much of this medicine, wipe out the extra quantity with cotton and tissue.

Missed a Dose

If you missed to instil the medicine in your ears/eyes, instil it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not overuse this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Norfloxacin is an antibiotic that inhibits the production of the genetic material of bacteria. Thus, various substances essential for the reproduction or survival of bacteria cannot be produced by it. This affects their multiplication and they are ultimately killed.

Directions for Use

• Use it in the doses and duration prescribed by your doctor.
• Use the exact number of drops recommended.
• Repeat for the other ear/eye if required after 5-10 minutes.
• Avoid touching the tip of the container directly to the infected area.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I use Norflox Eye/Ear Drop during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the use of the Norflox Eye/Ear Drop during human pregnancy. You should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a child before starting this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Norflox Eye/Ear Drop while breastfeeding?

It is not known whether norfloxacin passes in human milk following administration in ears/eyes. Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have instilled Norflox Eye/Ear Drop?

Affect of this medicine on ability to drive or to use machinery is not known.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol while using Norflox Eye/Ear Drop?

There is no known interaction of this medicine with alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You develop any allergic reactions after using this medicine.
• You have any problems with your ears like hearing problems.
• You do not notice any improvement in your condition.
• Do not use Norflox Eye/Ear Drop for viral or fungal infection.
• Do not touch tip to any surface as this may contaminate the product.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to this medicine or any other ingredients of this medicine or similar medicines such as ofloxacin, ciprofloxacin.

Side effects

• Local burning or discomfort
• Taste changes

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Since this medicine is to be used externally on the ears/eyes it is less likely to interact with other medicines. However, you should always inform your doctor about all the medicine you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatment if you are taking for any disorder.

Storage and disposal

• Store it below 25°C protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
• Keep the medicine away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I stop taking the Norflox Eye/Ear Drop if I am feeling better after one dose?

No, this medicine is an antibiotic and antibiotics need to be taken for the complete course as prescribed by your doctor. Though you will be feeling better, some bacteria will still be alive, this can lead to these bacteria becoming resistant to antibiotics and infection may come back.