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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml is used to treat fungal infections of eye and ear. It contains Fluconazole, works by killing the fungus/yeast and preventing its growth by inhibiting the fungal cell membrane formation. Thus, it treats fungal infections. Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml may cause common side effects like itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor. Before using Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml, be sure to tell your doctor if you're allergic to any of its ingredients, if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, and about all medications you're taking and any health conditions you have.

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Composition :

FLUCONAZOLE-0.3%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Kaizen Drugs Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

EYE/EAR

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml

Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml belongs to the class of antifungals primarily used to treat fungal eye and ear infections. Fungal infections of the eye and ear refer to conditions where fungi overgrow and infect the tissues of the eye (such as the cornea or conjunctiva) or ear (such as the outer ear canal), leading to inflammation, discomfort and potentially serious complications if left untreated.

Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml contains Fluconazole, which kills the fungus/yeast and prevents its growth by inhibiting the fungal cell membrane formation. Thus, it treats fungal infections.

Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml should be used as your doctor has advised. It is an external preparation intended for use in the eyes and ears. Sometimes, you may experience common side effects, such as eye/ear burning sensation, ear pain, irritation during administration, and blurred vision. Most of these side effects of Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually subside over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml contains benzalkonium as a preservative, so it may cause eye irritation, especially if you have dry eyes or disorders of the cornea (the transparent layer at the front of the eye). After using this medicine, please inform your doctor if you feel stinging or pain in the eye or have abnormal eye sensations. Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml must not be used in the ear if the eardrum is damaged. Consult your doctor before using Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml is not recommended for children unless prescribed by a doctor. Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml may cause temporary vision problems (blurred vision). Be cautious while driving and operating machinery, or avoid doing such activities.

Uses of Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml

Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml is used to treat fungal infections in the eyes and ears. While fluconazole is most commonly used orally and intravenously to treat systemic fungal infections, it can also be made as eye or ear drops to treat localized fungal infections.<br/>Eye drops can treat fungal infections of the eyes, including:<br/> Fungal keratitis is a fungal infection of the cornea that can cause pain, redness, and reduced vision.<br/> Other fungal eye infections include those caused by fungi that affect various areas of the eye.<br>Ear drops are occasionally used to treat fungal infections in the ear, including:<br> Otomycosis is a fungal infection of the ear canal that causes itching, pain, and, in rare cases, discharge. It is particularly common in warm, damp conditions and among people who frequently wear earplugs or swim.<br> Fungal infections in the outer ear: If fungi are infecting the ear, fluconazole drops can help remove the fungus.

Directions for Use

• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication for effective results.• Eye drops: Apply Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml to the affected eye/eyes. Wash your hands thoroughly with water before and after use. Tilt your head backwards and pull down the lower eyelid to create a small sac. Squeeze the prescribed amount of dose into the sac using the dropper. Close your eyes for about 2 to 3 minutes. Wipe any excess liquid with a tissue. Do not wipe or rinse the tip of the dropper after use. Place the dropper back on the bottle and tighten the cap.• Ear drops: Instil 2-3 drops into the ear canal; do not touch the tip of the dropper. Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Check with your doctor if you are not sure.• Do not touch the dropper tip to the eye. When not in use, keep the bottle tightly closed and upright.

Medicinal Benefits

Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml provides several medicinal benefits, including effectively treating fungal infections of the eyes and ears, killing fungus/yeast and preventing its growth, relieving symptoms such as itching, redness, and discomfort, and preventing the spread of infection. It ultimately supports the healing process of infected tissues.

How Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml Works

Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml contains Fluconazole, which kills the fungus/yeast and prevents its growth by inhibiting the fungal cell membrane formation. Thus, it treats fungal infections.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.
• Keep Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml out of reach and sight of children.
• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml

For Ear(s): If you accidentally put too much Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml in your ear(s), immediately rinse your ear(s) with warm water. If you think that you or someone else has swallowed any or all of the contents of Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml, or used too many drops, immediately call your doctor for advice or go to your nearest hospital. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.
For Eye(s): Due to low expected systemic passage of Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml, overdose is not likely. However, the risk of overdose cannot be excluded. In case of overdose, rinse with water or 0.9% normal saline water. Call your doctor or get medical care.

Drug Warnings

Do not use Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml if you are allergic to any of the components present in Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml. Before using Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml, inform your doctor if you have vision problems, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure), eye damage, eye surgery, hearing problems (cytotoxicity), or a perforated eardrum and chronic otitis media. Notify the doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Contact your doctor if the infection symptoms persist or worsen after two weeks of treatment.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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FluconazoleLomitapide
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml:
Taking Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml with Erythromycin can increase the risk of heart rhythm problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml with Erythromycin together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluconazoleLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml:
When Lomitapide is taken with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml, may increase the blood levels of lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml with Lomitapide together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluconazoleEliglustat
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml:
When Eliglustat and Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml are taken together, Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml can significantly increase the blood levels of eliglustat.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml with Eliglustat together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, slow heart rate, weak pulse, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluconazoleAstemizole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml:
When Astemizole is taken with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml, the body's ability to break down Astemizole may be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml with Astemizole can lead to an interaction, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without of consulting a doctor.
FluconazoleDicoumarol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml:
Taking Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml with Dicumarol may increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml can be taken with Dicumarol if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience unusual bleeding or bruising, vomiting, blood in your urine or stools, headache, dizziness, or weakness. Do not discontinue the medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml:
Co-administration of Glibenclamide with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml may cause an increase in the blood levels and effects of Glibenclamide leading to low blood sugar levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Glibenclamide can be taken with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of low blood sugar such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremor, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, and rapid heartbeat. Monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml:
Co-administration of Simvastatin together with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml can increase the blood levels of Simvastatin and can increase the risk of liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Simvastatin and Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, fever, dark-colored urine, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
FluconazoleDolasetron
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml:
Co-administration of Dolasetron taken with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml and Dolasetron, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms - like an irregular heart rhythm, a heart condition, or prolonged diarrhea - it's best to call a doctor right away. Other symptoms to watch out for include sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml:
Co-administration of Ruxolitinib with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml may increase the blood levels of Ruxolitinib.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml can be taken with Ruxolitinib if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience signs and symptoms such as paleness, tiredness, dizziness, fainting, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, sore throat, body aches, or other flu-like symptoms. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml:
Co-administration of clopidogrel with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml can reduce the effectiveness of clopidogrel.

How to manage the interaction:
Clopidogrel and Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml may interact, but you can take these medications together if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Eye infections:

  • To naturally renew your eyes, get at least six to eight hours of sleep each night.
  • You should wash your eyes with clean water at least twice or thrice daily. If you have had eye surgery, wait at least two weeks before washing your eyes.
  • Take care of your health, eat a balanced diet, exercise regularly, and rest well.
  • Regularly wash your hands. Keep unclean hands away from your eyes.
  • Do not rub your eyes.
  • Eyeliner, mascara, and kohl should not be shared.
  • Wipe your eyes and face with clean towels or tissues at all times.
  • If you wear contact lenses, clean them and replace them more frequently. Never share your contact lenses. Always wash your hands before and after inserting and removing them.
  • Avoid gazing at digital screens for extended periods.
  • Blink frequently to aid in the spread of hydrating substances like mucus and tears across the eyes.

Ear infections:

  • Immunity helps prevent infection. To strengthen your immune system, eat fruits and vegetables, high-quality proteins, and whole wheat grains.
  • Avoid consuming foods that you are allergic to,, as this can cause the body to produce excessive mucus, which can result in inflammation.
  • Avoid getting shampoo, soap, and water in the ear because they can cause itching.
  • Poking or scratching the ear can cause damage to the ear canal, resulting in inflammation.
  • Quit or limit the intake of caffeine and alcohol.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIFUNGALS
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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml with alcohol is unknown. However, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol as a precautionary measure.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml in pregnant women is unknown. Please consult your doctor, who will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor; no substantial research is yet on using Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml in breastfeeding/nursing mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Drive with caution, Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml. It is better to avoid driving as Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml usually causes temporarily blurred vision and affects your driving ability. Drive only when you are alert and have clear vision. Causes temporarily blurred vision and affects driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor before receiving the Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml if you have a history of liver impairment/disorder. Your doctor will prescribe it only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor before receiving the Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml if you have a history of kidney impairment/disorder. Your doctor will prescribe it only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Caution

Limited information is available regarding the usage of Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml in children, so do not use it unless recommended by the doctor.

Have a query?

FAQs

Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml is used to treat fungal infections of the eye and ear.

Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml contains Fluconazole, which inhibits the formation of the fungal cell membrane, ultimately killing the fungus or yeast and preventing its growth.

Using eye drops for too long can cause irritation, increase the risk of side effects, and even lead to new infections. It's best to follow the doctor's instructions and only use the drops as directed.

You should be cautious when using Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml if you're pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have allergies to any ingredient present in Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml. Additionally, if you have liver or kidney disease or other eye/ear infections or conditions, consult your doctor before using the drops.

Never stop the treatment with Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml on your own, as the infection may come back again (relapse) if the prescribed treatment is not completely taken before stopping Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml. Discuss this with your doctor.

When dealing with eye/ear infections, taking precautions is essential to prevent further contamination and worsening of the infection. Avoid touching the applicator tip of Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml to any surface, including your eyes, ears, fingers, or other objects. Additionally, refrain from sharing personal items, such as towels or clothing, until the infection clears. It's also best to avoid wearing contact lenses, as they can exacerbate eye infections, and refrain from inserting cotton swabs or bobby pins into your ears, as this can worsen ear infections.

Like any medication, Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml may cause side effects, although not everyone will experience them. Common side effects include a burning sensation in the eyes or ears, ear pain, irritation upon application, and blurred vision. These effects are typically temporary and may subside shortly after use. If you notice any unusual or severe symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.

Fungary 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop 5 ml should be stored in a cool and dry place, away from direct heat or sunlight. Keep the container tightly closed and out of reach of children. Do not freeze this medication.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Old No:22, New No:20 East Club Road, Shenoy Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu-600030
Other Info - FUN0225

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