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compositionComposition:BETAMETHASONE-0.01%W/V+GENTAMICIN-0.3%W/V
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Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop is used to treat bacterial eye and ear infections. It contains gentamicin and dexamethasone. Gentamicin has bactericidal activity and works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Dexamethasone is a steroid that reduces inflammation and symptoms associated with infection, such as redness and irritation, by inhibiting the chemicals, such as prostaglandins, that cause inflammation. Thus, it treats bacterial eye/ear infections.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

BETAMETHASONE-0.01%W/V+GENTAMICIN-0.3%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Martin & Harris Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Eye/Ear

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop

Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop is a prescription eye and ear drop used to treat bacterial infections accompanied by redness, swelling, and itching. It helps clear up the infection while soothing the painful inflammation in either the eye or the outer ear canal. This dual-action approach ensures both the root cause of the infection and your uncomfortable physical symptoms are addressed at the same time.

To get the best results, you must use Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop consistently and exactly at the times your doctor recommends. Skipping doses or stopping your treatment early can allow the remaining bacteria to multiply, causing the infection to return or become harder to treat. Keeping your eyes and ears clean, dry, and protected from dust or wind during your treatment period will also support a faster recovery.

While using Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop, you might experience mild, temporary stinging or burning in the eye or ear right after application. These feelings usually pass within a few minutes, but you should contact your doctor immediately if you face severe pain, vision changes, or signs of a worsening infection.

Talk to your doctor before starting Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop if you have a history of glaucoma, cataracts, or a ruptured eardrum. Do not take this if you have a viral or fungal infection in the eye or ear, as Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop is only effective against bacterial issues and can make other types of infections worse.

Let your healthcare provider know about all other eye or ear drops you are using to prevent them from diluting or interfering with Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or caring for an elderly patient, consult your doctor first to ensure this treatment is safe for your specific situation.

Uses of Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop

Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop is used in the treatment of Bacterial eye and ear infections. The detailed uses of Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop are as follows:

  • Bacterial eye infections with inflammation: It clears the bacteria causing the infection while reducing redness, swelling, and itching in the eye.
  • Bacterial ear canal infections (otitis externa): It targets harmful bacteria in the outer ear canal and relieves painful swelling, itching, and fluid buildup.
  • Post-surgical inflammation: Doctors may prescribe it after certain eye or ear surgeries to prevent bacterial infections and control swelling.

Key Benefits

Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop helps relieve inflammation and treat susceptible bacterial infections of the eyes or ears, helping improve comfort and support recovery. Combining an anti-inflammatory medicine with an antibiotic provides effective symptom relief in a single formulation.

Benefits may include:

  • Helps relieve itching, pain, redness, and swelling associated with eye or ear infections.
  • Helps treat susceptible bacterial infections and prevents them from worsening.
  • Supports faster recovery and helps restore comfort during daily activities.
  • May help reduce the risk of infection-related complications when used as prescribed.
  • Provides the convenience of combined anti-inflammatory and antibacterial treatment in one medicine.
  • Helps improve overall comfort and quality of life while the affected area heals.
Side effects of Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop 10 ml
  • Take healthy and balanced diet.
  • Exercise regularly and maintain the healthy lifestyle.
  • Reduce the intake of caffeine.
  • Use a pillow and elevate your head while sleeping.
  • If you have discomfort, illness, or unease after taking medication, seek medical attention.
  • Your treatment plan may be modified, including adjusting the dosage, substituting with an alternative medication, or discontinuing the medication. Additionally, certain lifestyle changes may be recommended to help manage symptoms.
  • To manage discomfort, follow your doctor's advice, like getting plenty of rest, or staying hydrated, and practising stress-reducing techniques.
  • Track your symptoms regularly and report any changes or concerns to your healthcare provider to manage the discomfort effectively.
  • Burning sensation is an abnormal side effect that needs medical attention. To relieve the burning feeling, your doctor may prescribe painkillers or antidepressants.
  • Focused exercises can improve strength and reduce burning by soothing muscles.
  • Change in lifestyle and improving nutrition can reduce the causes of burning sensation and provide relief.
  • Your doctor may suggest nerve block injections as it is related to sensation in the skin.
  • Burning feeling in a specific area would need mild electrical currents to reduce pain that targets the nerve affected. This practice must be done only if your doctor mentions it.
Here are the few steps for dealing with itching caused by drug use:
  • Report the itching to your doctor immediately; they may need to change your medication or dosage.
  • Use a cool, damp cloth on the itchy area to help soothe and calm the skin, reducing itching and inflammation.
  • Keep your skin hydrated and healthy with gentle, fragrance-free moisturizers.
  • Try not to scratch, as this can worsen the itching and irritate your skin.
  • If your doctor prescribes, you can take oral medications or apply topical creams or ointments to help relieve itching.
  • Track your itching symptoms and follow your doctor's guidance to adjust your treatment plan if needed. If the itching persists, consult your doctor for further advice.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor’s instructions regarding the dosage and duration.
  • For eye use: Wash your hands, tilt your head back, pull down your lower eyelid, and instil the prescribed number of drops into the eye.
  • For ear use: Lie on your side or tilt your head so the ear faces up and instill the prescribed number of drops into the ear.
  • Do not touch the tip of the dropper to avoid contamination.

How Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop Works

Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop contains Betamethasone and Gentamicin. Betamethasone: It is a corticosteroid that helps reduce redness, swelling, itching, and irritation by calming inflammation in the affected area. This helps provide quick relief from discomfort and improves skin healin Gentamicin: It is an antibiotic that helps treat bacterial infections by stopping the growth and multiplication of bacteria, allowing the body to clear the infection more effectively.
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Alcohol

Caution

No interaction was found. However, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol as a precautionary measure.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop should not be used when pregnancy unless necessary. So, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or suspect pregnancy. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother before using Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop; your doctor will decide whether Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop can be used by breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop may cause blurred vision temporarily after using the drops in the eye. Before driving or operating any machinery, wait until your vision is clear.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information is available on the usage of Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop in patients with liver disease. Please inform your physician if you have had a liver impairment/disorder history. Your doctor will prescribe if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Limited information is available on the usage of Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop in patients with kidney disease. Please inform your physician if you have had a kidney impairment/disorder history. Your doctor will prescribe if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Caution

Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop should be used in children above one year only if prescribed by the doctor.

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Heart

Safe if prescribed

Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop is generally safe for heart patients since it act locally and have minimal systemic absorption. However, prolonged use should be avoided without medical advice to prevent side effects like increased intraocular pressure or ear canal irritation.

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Geriatrics

Safe if prescribed

Geriatric patients can use Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop, but it should be monitored for side effects like increased eye pressure or ear irritation. Use should be short-term and guided by a healthcare provider to avoid complications.

What if I have taken an overdose of Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop

An overdose is highly unlikely when using Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop in the eye or ear as directed. However, if the drops are accidentally swallowed, or if too much is applied, rinse the area with clean water and seek immediate medical attention.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid wearing contact lenses while treating an eye infection, as the lenses can trap bacteria and worsen irritation.
  • Keep your ears completely dry while treating an ear infection; wear a shower cap or use earplugs when bathing to prevent water from entering the canal.
  • Do not scratch, rub, or touch your eyes or ears, as this can introduce new bacteria or spread the infection to the other side.
  • Wash your hands frequently, especially before and after applying the drops, to prevent the spread of the infection.
  • Discard any eye makeup used just before or during the infection, as it may be contaminated with bacteria.
     
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop to start to work: The time required for Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop last: The duration of action for Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop is unknown.

What if you forget to take Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double the dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

•Store Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop at controlled room temperature, ideally between 15°C and 25°C.

Drug Warnings

  • Inspect Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop before use: Check the bottle before each use. Do not use Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop if the liquid has changed color, appears cloudy, or contains visible particles.
  • Avoid contaminating the dropper: Never allow the dropper tip to touch your eye, ear, fingers, or any other surface to help keep Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop sterile.
  • Separate other eye medicines: If you use other eye drops or ointments, wait at least 5 to 10 minutes after applying Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop before using them.
  • Use only for the prescribed duration: Do not use these drops longer than recommended by your doctor, as prolonged steroid use in the eye may increase eye pressure or contribute to cataract formation.
  • Use with caution in ear infections: If using Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop for an ear infection, ensure that your eardrum is intact before treatment, as use in a ruptured eardrum may lead to complications.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Other corticosteroids (e.g., steroid eye drops or oral steroids): Using these medicines alongside Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop may increase the risk of elevated eye pressure and other steroid-related side effects.
  • Other aminoglycoside antibiotics: Concurrent use of local or systemic aminoglycoside antibiotics may increase the risk of toxicity.
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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  • No clinically significant food interactions are known with Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop when used as directed.     
     
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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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIBIOTICS AND STEROID]

FAQs

Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop is used to treat Bacterial eye and ear infections.
Gentamicin and dexamethasone are present in Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop. Gentamicin has bactericidal activity and functions by inhibiting the synthesis of key proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Dexamethasone is a steroid that lowers inflammation and infection-related symptoms such as redness and irritation by blocking the substances that induce inflammation, such as prostaglandins. As a result, Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop aids in treating eye/ear infections.
Please do not stop using Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop until the course prescribed by the doctor has been completed. If you discontinue Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop suddenly, your symptoms may reappear.
You are not recommended to use Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop for more than the prescribed duration. Talk to your doctor if the irritation persists despite using Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop for a week or if it worsens.
Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop is a prescription medication that should be used only if prescribed by the doctor.
No, you should avoid wearing contact lenses until your eye infection has completely cleared up and you have finished your treatment. The preservatives in the drops can also discolor soft lenses. Talk to your doctor before resuming contact lens use.
Most patients begin to feel relief from swelling and itching within 24 to 48 hours of starting the drops. However, you must complete the entire course prescribed by your doctor, even if your symptoms improve sooner. Talk to your doctor if your condition does not improve after a few days.
No, you should not use these drops in your ears if you have a ruptured or torn eardrum, as Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop can enter the middle ear and cause damage. Always have your doctor check your ear before starting treatment.
A mild, brief stinging or burning sensation is common and usually harmless. If the burning is severe, lasts for a long time, or makes your eyes or ears redder, stop using the drops and talk to your doctor immediately.
No, Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop is only effective against bacterial infections. Using it for viral or fungal infections can make those conditions worse because the steroid component reduces your body's local immune defense. Talk to your doctor for an accurate diagnosis.
Zecort-D Eye/Ear Drop should only be used during pregnancy if the potential benefits outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Because local drops can sometimes be absorbed into the bloodstream, you should talk to your doctor before using them.
No, you must never share your drops. Sharing eye or ear drops can easily spread bacteria from one person to another and lead to serious cross-contamination.
Once opened, the bottle is exposed to air and bacteria. It is generally recommended to discard any remaining drops 4 weeks after opening. Talk to your pharmacist for proper disposal instructions.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

A 22, Near, Asaf Ali Rd, Kamla Market, New Delhi, Delhi 110002
Other Info - ZEC0066
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