Brand Name
Ciloxan
Common Name
ciprofloxacin ointment and solution
In this drug factsheet:
DIN (Drug Identification Number)| 01945270 | CILOXAN 0.3% EYE DROPS |
| 02200864 | CILOXAN 0.3% OINTMENT |
How does this medication work? What will it do for me?
Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic that belongs to the family of medications known
as quinolones. Ciprofloxacin ointment or solution is used for the treatment
of infections of the eye caused by certain types of bacteria.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than the
ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this
with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to
your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms
as you do. It can be harmful for people to take this medication if their doctor
has not prescribed it.
How should I use this medication?
Ointment: Apply a 1.25 cm (half-inch) ribbon of ointment into the
inside of the lower eyelid as directed. (The directions will vary according
to the condition being treated.) Avoid touching the tip of the tube to anything,
as this can cause contamination.
Drops: Use 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as directed for conjunctivitis
or corneal ulcer. Avoid touching the tip of the bottle to anything, as this
can cause contamination.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as
body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor
has recommended a dose different from the ones given here, do not change
the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important that this medication be used exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as possible and continue on with your regular
schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and
continue on with your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
What form(s) does this medication come in?
Ointment
Each g of ophthalmic ointment contains ciprofloxacin HCl 3.5 mg equivalent to 3 mg base. Nonmedicinal ingredients: mineral oil and white petrolatum.
Solution
Each mL of ophthalmic solution contains ciprofloxacin HCl 3.5 mg equivalent to ciprofloxacin base 3 mg. Also contains benzalkonium chloride 0.006% as preservative. Nonmedicinal ingredients: acetic acid, edetate disodium, hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide, mannitol, purified water, and sodium acetate.
Some medications may have other generic brands available. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safety of switching between brands of the same medication.
Who should NOT take this medication?
This medication should not be taken by anyone who is
allergic to:
- ciprofloxacin or any other ingredient of the
medication
- nalidixic acid or other quinolones (e.g., norfloxacin,
levofloxacin, and ofloxacin)
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