Ciplox Eye Drop

Ciplox Eye drop

Ciplox eye drop is a popular name for treating a bacterial infection in the eye. Not only for the eye but is also used as an ear drop. Being a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, it is one of the most effective medicines to prevent cornea infections. Research says it is also the best medicine to treat conjunctivitis or pink eye caused by bacteria. The eye or ear drop works against a vast number of bacteria. After using it, the bacteria are killed immediately. It also prevents the growth of bacteria. Before taking it, you should remember it cannot prevent the infection caused by viruses. 

The Dose of the Ciplox Eye drop

You should not take it alone. Always follow the doctor's prescription precisely before taking it. You should remember the eye drop only works if you take it regularly at the same time. A doctor or eye specialist usually advises not to skip eye drop doses. Once the course of the antibiotic is started, you must finish the complete treatment. It is the right way to get its utmost benefit. Before using the Ciplox eye drop, it is recommended to wash your hand correctly. You should follow the instruction mentioned in the packaging box properly. You have to use the drop on the affected organ directly. After taking the ciprofloxacin drop, you will feel better within a couple of days.

Side effects of ciplox eye drops 

Ciplox 0.3% eye Drops have some major and minor side effects, such as

• Blurred vision
• Eye pain
• Redness of the eye
• Eye discomfort
• Burning or itching of eyes
• Dry eyes
• Swelling of the eyelids
• Headache
• Ear pain
• Ear discomfort

Uses of Ciplox Eye Drops: 

• Bacterial Conjunctivitis: 

Bacterial conjunctivitis refers to pink eye caused by bacteria. It is a bacterial eye infection that affects the conjunctiva in the eye. Conjunctiva is the clear tissue that covers the white part and lines the inside of the eyelid. This infection affects other infected persons. It can be called an infectious disease of the eye. It is more common in children. The eye drop can be treated within a couple of days. Ciplox eye drop is considered the infallible medicine for this bacterial infection.

• Corneal Ulcers:

The eye drop also extensively treats Corneal Ulcers. The cornea is the transparent layer of tissue that helps to enter the light into the eye. A corneal ulcer is an ulcer found in our cornea. Different factors, such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi, cause it. People who wear contact lenses for long periods can develop scratches, scrapes, or cuts on the cornea that become infected, leading to corneal ulcers. Ciplox Eye Drop (Ciplox 0.3% Eye/Ear Drop) works great in treating corneal ulcers caused by bacteria. 

• Otitis Externa:

Not only eye infections but also helps to treat ear infections. The eye drop can treat the Otitis externa or Swimmer's ear. The ear canal infection found on the eardrum connects the outside of the ear—this outer ear infection is caused by various reasons. Water left in the ear after swimming or showering increases the bacteria in the ear. Again, while cleaning the ear with fingers, cotton, or other objects, the skin of the ear can be scratched. It also promotes the growth of bacteria in the ear, leading to an ear infection. Ciplox 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops are prescribed for the treatment of Otitis externa caused by this bacterium. The problem improves within 5 to 7 days of using ciprofloxacin eye or ear drops.

How to apply ciplox eye drops:

• First, you have to tilt the head back slightly.
• Then you should pull your lower eyelids which helps you to create a small pocket on the eye.
• After that, you need to hold the dropper of the eye drop and extract one drop at a time.
• After taking medicine, you have to lower your head and close it for a minimum of 2 or 3 minutes. It is recommended not to blink an eye after taking it. 
• Then, you must gently press the corner of the eyes with your fingers for a minimum of 1 minute. It is an excellent procedure to help you to prevent the draining of the fluid from the eye.
• You should wait 10 minutes before taking the eye drops. 
• If you want the best result, you must use the eye drop for at least 7 days or be prescribed full-time. If you fill the symptoms of bacterial eye infection may improve before completing the course of the treatment, you have to inform the eye specialist of all your eye conditions.

Suppose you are suffering from a different disease like lung disease, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), sleeping disorder or difficulty sleeping (sleep apnea), severe liver disease, or other prescription recreational drugs. In that case, you need to discuss it with your doctor about all your medical history. 

FAQ

Q- Why Ciplox Eye Drops Prescribed?

Ciprofloxacin comes as an eye drop and eye ointment form used to prevent the growth of eye infections, including bacterial conjunctivitis, Corneal Ulcers. Ciprofloxacin eye drop belongs to a group of eye medicine known as fluoroquinolone antibiotics.

Q- Is Ciplox eye drops good for red eyes?

This Ciprofloxacin ophthalmic solution works great to prevent the eye's bacterial infections, including conjunctivitis, which also refers to pinkeye and corneal ulcers. 

Q-How many times we can use Ciplox?

It is prescribed 250 to 500 milligrams (mg) 2 times a day for adults. You need to take it every 12 hours for 7 to 14 days. 

For Children, the Dose of the eye drop is based on body weight and age. The doctor should determine it.

Q-How long does Ciplox last?

Ciprofloxacin eye drops may stay around 22 hours in your system after taking the last Dose. The half-life of ciprofloxacin in the body is about 4 hours in people with normal kidney function.