Saptop Ophthalmic Gel

Short Description

Saptop Ophthalmic Gel is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections of the eye and eyelids, and may also help prevent infection after an eye injury or surgery.

Dosage Form

Ophthalmic Gel

Introduction

Saptop Ophthalmic Gel is an antibiotic medicine that is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye (e.g., conjunctivitis) and the eyelids (e.g., blepharitis). It may also help to prevent an infection after an eye injury or surgery.

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 tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.

Saptop Ophthalmic Gel is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the eye by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This treats your eye infection.

Your doctor has prescribed Saptop Ophthalmic Gel to treat bacterial infections of the eye. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Saptop Ophthalmic Gel may cause damage to cornea on long-term use. 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. Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer. Saptop Ophthalmic Gel may cause damage to cornea on long-term use. Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.