Natagen 5% Eye Drop
Manufacturer
Renova Life sciences Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Natamycin (5% w/v)
Key Information
Short Description
Natagen 5% Eye Drop is an antifungal medication used to treat fungal infections of the eyes.
Dosage Form
Eye Drop
Introduction
Natagen 5% Eye Drop is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid. This medicine is generally well tolerated but it may cause some eye irritation that usually subsides on its own in some time. Please consult your doctor if it does not get better or persists for a longer duration.
Directions for Use
This medicine is for external use only. Use 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 without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed
Breastfeeding Warning
Information regarding the use of Natagen 5% Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning
Natagen 5% Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Natagen 5% Eye Drop is an antifungal medication. It works by killing the fungi that cause eye infections by destroying their cell membrane.
Quick Tips
Use Natagen 5% Eye Drop as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor. Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop. Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution. Remove contact lenses before using Natagen 5% Eye Drop and allow at least 15 minutes before re-inserting them. It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines. Consult your doctor if the symptoms get worse or do not get better within 2 weeks of treatment.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Natagen 5% Eye Drop cause cancer?
Natagen 5% Eye Drop has not been shown to cause cancers in any studies or clinical trials.
Where is Natagen 5% Eye Drop manufactured?
Natagen 5% Eye Drop is a product of Streptomyces natalensis and is manufactured based on established pharmaceutical practices.
How does Natagen 5% Eye Drop work?
Natagen 5% Eye Drop belongs to a class of medicines called tetraene polyene antibiotics. It works by binding to the fungal cell wall, altering its permeability and causing depletion of cellular contents. This inhibits the growth and proliferation of fungi.
Why does Natagen 5% Eye Drop not affect bacteria?
The mechanism of action for Natagen 5% Eye Drop is targeting sterols in fungal cell membranes, which are absent from bacterial cells. Therefore, it has no effect on bacterial growth.
