Ciloxan Eye Ointment 3 mg/ml Eye Drops: Colourless, clear solution
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 30 November 2021
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of corneal ulceration and conjunctivitis caused by susceptible bacteria.
Dosage (summary)
Eye Drops: 2 drops every 15 mins for 6 hours on day 1, then hourly on day 2, and every 4 hours for days 3-14. Eye Ointment: 1.25 cm every 1-2 hours for 2 days, then every 4 hours for 12 days.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Patients with extensive ocular surface disease
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety not established in pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Theophylline
- Warfarin
- Caffeine
- Cyclosporin
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin
- Hypersensitivity to other quinolones
Common side effects
- Hypersensitivity
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Ocular discomfort
- Blurred vision
Counselling Points
- Do not wear contact lenses during treatment
- Discontinue at first sign of rash or hypersensitivity
- Regular ophthalmological examination recommended
Serious warnings
- Serious hypersensitivity reactions
- Prolonged use may cause superinfection
- Risk of tendon inflammation and rupture
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