Alcipro Eye Drop

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Alkem Laboratories Ltd:,drugs:,Eye Drop:,

bottle of 10 ml Eye Drop:,10 ml:,Bottle:                                         – Alcohol : None

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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.:

If you miss a dose of Alcipro Eye Drop, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.:

Store below 30°C

Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai – 400 013.:

India:

Is Alcipro Eye Drop safe to use for a long time?::: Alcipro Eye Drop should not be used for more than 7 days, unless your doctor tells you to. Due to prolonged use, the bacterial infection may become resistant to Alcipro Eye Drop which means it will no longer work properly. Please talk to your doctor if you do not see any improvement in your symptoms. He/she may change the dose or probably prescribe a different medicine.| Is it fine to use other eye medicines along with Alcipro Eye Drop?::: This eye drop may be used along with other eye drops if prescribed by your doctor. Maintain a 10-15 minutes interval between both medications. | What kind of infections does Alcipro Eye Drop treat?::: Alcipro Eye Drop is an antibiotic and is used to treat eye infections (such as conjunctivitis).| When will I start feeling better?::: For most eye infections, you might notice an improvement within 2 days. However, it is advisable to use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using the medicine without consulting your doctor.| What should I inform my doctor before using Alcipro Eye Drop for treating my eye infection?::: Before the start of the treatment, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your eyesight, or severe eye pain, had a recent eye injury, recently had conjunctivitis, have dry eyes, or have glaucoma (due to increased eye pressure).| How to use Alcipro Eye Drop?::: Always wash your hands before (and after) using Alcipro Eye Drop. This prevents you from passing the infection from one eye to the other. Remove the cap just before using your medicine and replace it as soon as you have finished. Avoid touching the nozzle of the bottle with your fingers. Tilt your head back and gently pull down your lower eyelid with a clean finger. Hold the bottle over the eye and allow a single drop to fall into the space between your lower lid and your eye. Close your eye and gently press your finger over the inside corner of your eye (over the eyelid) for about a minute. This helps prevent the drop from draining out of the eye. Repeat in your other eye if your doctor has told you to do this.| Can I use Alcipro Eye Drop if I wear contact lenses?::: If you usually wear contact lenses, do not wear them while you’re using Alcipro Eye Drop. You can re-insert the lens 15 minutes after using Alcipro Eye Drop. Contact your doctor if there is any eye irritation that persists.| Can Alcipro Eye Drop cause a stinging and burning sensation in the eyes after application?::: Stinging, burning sensation, itching, and irritation are some of the side effects of this medicine. However, it subsides after some time. In case, it continues for a long period of time or becomes worse, consults your doctor.| What happens if I miss a dose of Alcipro Eye Drop?::: If you happen to miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your healthcare provider. In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication. You may also ask a family member a friend to remind you or check in with you to be sure you are taking your medication.| What if I use too much of Alcipro Eye Drop?::: Do not worry if a few more drops of Alcipro Eye Drop accidentally falls into your eye. However, try to be careful and inform your doctor if you notice any side effects.| Should I keep Alcipro Eye Drop in the refrigerator?::: You do not need to refrigerate Alcipro Eye Drop after opening the bottle. However, store it in a cool and dry place, below 30℃. Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.| How long should I keep my eyes shut after using Alcipro Eye Drop?::: After using Alcipro Eye Drop you should close your eyes for at least 2-3 minutes so that the medicine does not run off and gets absorbed in the eye.:

Alcipro Eye Drop is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.:

Alkem Laboratories Ltd | Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai – 400 013.:

Alcipro Eye Drop is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms. Alcipro Eye Drop should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.You may experience nausea as a side effect of this medicine. This is usually temporary and resolves on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, shortness of breath, or breathing problems. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.: