Saiflox Eye/Ear Drops

Short Description

Saiflox Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial eye/ear infections.

Dosage Form

Eye/Ear Drops

Introduction

Saiflox Eye/Ear Drops is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. 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. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It may cause application site irritation and burning sensation immediately following application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. While using for eye infections, it may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines. Do not wear contact lenses while using it.

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.

Breastfeeding Warning

Saiflox Eye/Ear Drops is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Saiflox Eye/Ear Drops 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.

Interacting Medicines

Rasagiline Selegiline Tizanidine Strontium Chloride

Saiflox Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye/ear infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.

You have been prescribed Saiflox Eye/Ear Drops for the treatment of 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 to avoid contamination. You should continue using the medicine for 48 hours after your symptoms have cleared up. Talk to your doctor if your symptoms haven't started to improve within two days of starting treatment If using Saiflox Eye/Ear Drops for eye: Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution. Do not wear contact lenses while using this medication. It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines. Throw away any medicine left at the end of the course.