Zoxan 0.3 % Eye Drops

Zoxan 0.3 % Eye Drops, an antibiotic, helps in treating eye infections such as conjunctivitis and corneal ulcers caused by certain types of bacteria. Patients who are less than 1 year of age should not use this medication.

Zoxan 0.3 % Eye Drops inhibits the regular synthesis of bacterial DNA, obstructing the process of their cell division. Therefore, it destroys the existing bacteria that are causing the infection, and it inhibits the growth of new bacteria.

Zoxan 0.3 % Eye Drops works by destroying the existing bacteria, that cause infections, from within the body and preventing the growth of new bacteria. The regular synthesis of DNA requires the presence of enzymes of bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV. Zoxan 0.3 % Eye Drops inhibits the activity of DNA gyrase, thus preventing DNA relaxation, encouraging the damage of double stranded DNA and inhibiting the cell division of bacteria. In this way, Zoxan 0.3 % Eye Drops is efficient in fighting against bacterial infections within the body.

Zoxan 0.3 % Eye Drops can cause a few common side effects like Blurred vision, Eye pain, Redness of the eye, Eye discomfort, Burning or itching of eyes, Dry eye, Swelling of the eyelid. Consult your doctor, if you notice any of these side effects. Some of the major side effects that can occur in rare cases include loss of consciousness, irregular heartbeats, difficulty breathing, muscle aches, liver dysfunction, increased risk of tendonitis and severe rashes. If you detect any of the symptoms mentioned above, you must seek immediate medical attention. If you are allergic to Zoxan 0.3 % Eye Drops, you will experience rashes, hives, breathing problems, swelling of the throat, tongue, face or limbs and itchiness. If you notice these symptoms, it is advisable to stop taking this medicine immediately and contact your doctor.

In some cases, patients having certain disorders, who take this antibiotic, are more susceptible to its side effects. Therefore, before starting a prescription of this medicine, you should consult the doctor if you are allergic to Zoxan 0.3 % Eye Drops, blood disorders, conditions of the heart and low levels of magnesium in the blood. Children and pregnant women should exercise caution before taking this medication. Although this antibiotic does treat infections, it does not treat infections like influenza, cold and viral infections.

• Bacterial Conjunctivitis

• Corneal Damage

• Allergy

  Zoxan 0.3 % Eye Drops is not recommended for patients who are allergic to Pantoprazole or any other drug of the same group i.e Benzimidazoles.

• Headache

• Blurred Vision

• Eye Pain

• Eye Discomfort

• Burning Sensation In Eye

• Eye Swelling

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

• What is the onset of action?

  The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must not use this medication unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering Zoxan 0.3 % Eye Drops.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women must consult doctor before using this medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Zoxan 0.3 % Eye Drops , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Ciplox 0.3 % Eye Drops

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• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact your doctor in case of an overdose.

Zoxan 0.3 % Eye Drops belongs to the class fluoroquinolones. It works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial DNA gyrase enzyme, which is essential for DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination. This leads to expansion and destabilization of the bacterial DNA and causes cell death.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.