Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml

Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat bacterial infections and reduce inflammation in the eyes and ears. The detailed uses of Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops are as follows:

• Bacterial eye infections: Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops treats bacterial infections of the eye and prevents further complications.
• Treatment of acute otitis media: Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops is effective in treating bacterial middle ear infections, reducing pain and inflammation.
• Treatment of acute otitis externa: Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops reduces inflammation and infection of the external ear canal.
• Relief from infection-related discomfort: Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops relieves bacterial infection symptoms such as pain, redness, swelling, and itching.

Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of three drugs: Ciprofloxacin, Dexamethasone, and Benzalkonium chloride. Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat bacterial eye infections, post-operative inflammatory conditions of the eyes, acute otitis media (middle ear infections) and acute otitis externa (inflammation of the ear canal). Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling, itching, and redness. Ciprofloxacin is an anti-bacterial agent that kills bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for the survival of the bacteria. Benzalkonium chloride acts as a preservative. Together, Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops helps in treating bacterial infections of the eye/ear.

• Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
• Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops is intended for use in the eyes and ears only.
• For eye use: Tilt your head back and pull your lower eyelid downwards and outwards; instil the drops into the eye pouch.
• For ear use: Tilt your head to the side and gently instil drops inside the ear. Keep your head tilted for a minute to let the drops soak in.
• Do not touch the dropper with your bare hands when administering the drops to prevent contamination.

Eye infections: 

• Wash your hands regularly. Avoid touching the eyes with dirty hands. 

• Avoid rubbing the eyes.

• Avoid sharing eye makeup such as eyeliner, mascara or kohl.

• Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.

• Regularly wash and change the pillowcases.

• If you wear contact lens: Clean and replace contact lens more often. Never share contact lens. Always remember to wash your hands before inserting and after removing the contact lens. 

• Avoid staring at digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes for every 20 minutes.

• Blink regularly as it helps in the spread of hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.

Ear infections: 

• Include fruits, vegetables, high-quality proteins and whole wheat grains in your diet to strengthen the immune system.

• Avoid consuming foods that you are allergic to as it can cause the body to produce excess mucus leading to inflammation.

• Avoid getting things like shampoo, soap, and water into the ear, as it can cause itching.

• Do not poke or scratch the ear, as it can cause damage to the ear canal, leading to inflammation. The inflamed skin can be infected by bacteria or fungi, which can cause infections in the ear.

• Stay healthy as immunity prevents infections.

Do not use Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops if you are allergic to any of its contents. Avoid using Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops if you have tuberculosis, damaged cornea, ulceration, lesions with incomplete formation of the covering tissue, increased intraocular pressure, allergy to steroids, viral ear infections, herpes simplex, fungal or parasitic ear infection. Inform your doctor if you have high closed-angle glaucoma, high blood pressure, ocular hypertension, diabetes, eye infection or injury, hyperthyroidism, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ciplox-D Eye/Ear Drops should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor.