Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat eye infections that cause corneal ulcers or conjunctivitis, for example.
Ciprofloxacin may be purchased from conventional pharmacies under the trade name Ciloxan as eye drops or ointment.
Price of ciprofloxacin ophthalmic
The price of ciprofloxacin ophthalmic is about 25 reais, but may vary according to the form of presentation and amount of product.
Indications of ciprofloxacin ophthalmic
Ciprofloxacin ophthalmic is indicated for infections such as corneal ulcer or conjunctivitis.
Mode of use of ciprofloxacin ophthalmic
The mode of use of ciprofloxacin ophthalmic varies according to the form of presentation and problem to be treated, with general guidelines including:
Ciprofloxacin ophthalmic eye drops
- Ulcer on the cornea: put 2 drops on the affected eye every 15 minutes for the first 6 hours and then apply 2 drops every 30 minutes during the first day. On the second day, put 2 drops every hour and from the third to the 14th day apply 2 drops every 4 hours.
- Conjunctivitis: Place 1 or 2 drops in the inner corner of the eye every 2 hours while awake for 2 days. Then apply 1 or 2 drops to the inner corner of the eye every 4 hours while awake for the next 5 days.
Ciprofloxacin ophthalmic ointment
- Corneal ulcer: Apply about 1 cm of the ointment in the inner corner of the eye every 2 hours in the first 2 days. Then apply the same amount every 4 hours, up to 12 days.
- Conjunctivitis: Place approximately 1 cm of the ointment in the inner corner of the eye 3 times a day for the first two days and then apply the same amount twice a day for the next five days.
Side effects of ciprofloxacin ophthalmic
The main side effects of ciprofloxacin ophthalmic include burning or discomfort in the eye, as well as foreign body sensation in the eye, itching, bitter taste in the mouth, swelling of the eyelids, tearing, sensitivity to light, nausea and decreased vision.
Contraindications of ciprofloxacin ophthalmic
Ciprofloxacin ophthalmic is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin, other quinolones or any component of the formula.
