Micogen Eye/Ear Drops

Short Description

Micogen Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic instilled in the eye to treat bacterial infections of the eye (e.g., conjunctivitis) and may be instilled in the ear to treat bacterial infections of the ear (e.g., otitis externa).

Dosage Form

Eye/Ear Drops

Introduction

Micogen Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic that helps to treat bacterial infections of the eye/ear. It fights the infection by stopping the growth of bacteria. This helps to resolve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. Follow your doctor’s instructions precisely for administering this medicine in the eye/ear. It is a broad-spectrum type of antibiotic effective in killing many types of bacteria. However, it will not work for other types of eye/ear infections (e.g., viral) and therefore should only be used if prescribed by your doctor.

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

No interaction found/established

Breastfeeding Warning

Micogen Eye/Ear Drops is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Micogen Eye/Ear Drops is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Abacavir Adefovir Alendronic Acid Amphotericin B

Micogen Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the eye/ear by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This treats your eye/ear infection.

Micogen Eye/Ear Drops helps treat bacterial infections of the eye/ear. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not touch the tip to any surface or to your eye/ear to avoid contamination. Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye/ear to avoid dilution. Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within two days of starting treatment if they get worse during treatment or if you get another eye /ear infection. Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.