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Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops

Manufacturer :  Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Ciprofloxacin, Dexamethasone
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops

Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops is used in the treatment of eye disease with swelling. This medication is a mix of two drugs: Ciprofloxacin and Dexamethasone. Ciprofloxacin is an antimicrobial. It eliminates microscopic organisms in the eye/ear by keeping them from replicating and fixing themselves. This treats your disease. Dexamethasone is a steroid which obstructs the production of prostaglandins that make the eye/ear red swollen and itchy.

This medication has some known side effects which can be extreme or intense, depends upon the clinical condition of the patient. These reactions could conceivably happen dependably and some of them are uncommon however serious. This is certifiably not a total rundown and on the off chance that you experience any of the below-referenced symptoms, contact your doctor right away. Here are some adverse effects of Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops which are as follows: Application site irritation.

Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops may be unsafe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. This medication takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions. Take it in the portion and duration as recommended by your specialist. Check the mark for bearings before use. Hold the dropper near the eye without contacting it. Tenderly press the dropper and spot the prescription inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off additional fluid. This medication is for external use only.

    What are the uses of Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops

    What are the contraindications of Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops ?

    What are the side effects of Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops ?

    • Skin Irritation

    • Eye Irritation

    Key highlights of Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops remains active in the body up to 24 hours after administration and is excreted in the urine.

    • What is the onset of action?

      Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops is rapidly absorbed from the Gastro-intestinal tract and reaches its peak levels after 2 to 2.5 hours of oral administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops is considered safe for consumption by pregnant women. But there is a lack of conclusive evidence and hence, it must be used only when necessary after consulting a Doctor. Potential benefits and risks involved should be considered before taking the drug.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies were reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops is not expected to cause any adverse effects on the breastfed baby. However, a Doctor must be consulted before taking the drug.

    What are the substitutes for Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      In case of overdose, consult your doctor.

    How does this medication work?

    Kemocip D Eye/Ear 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.

      What are the interactions of Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops ?

      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.
      • Interaction with Lab Test

        Lab

        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Nelfinavir

        Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops is not recommended for use when the patient is already taking anti-viral medications like Nelfinavir or other drugs used in the management of HIV Infection.

        Digoxin

        Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops should be used with caution if the patient is on Digoxin. Prior usage of any of these drugs should be informed to the Doctor. Any symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, disturbances in vision, and abnormalities in heartbeat should be reported immediately.

        Ketoconazole

        Usage of Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops with Ketoconazole or other antifungals of the same group should be avoided. Inform the doctor about the usage of either of these medications so that safer alternatives can be prescribed.

        Warfarin

        Usage of Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops with Warfarin should be strictly monitored by the Doctor. Suitable adjustment in dosage and monitoring of Prothrombin time is necessary to ensure safety. Any symptoms like unusual bleeding, swelling, vomiting, presence of blood in urine should be reported immediately.

        Methotrexate

        Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops should not be used with Methotrexate. Use of either of the drugs should be reported to the Doctor so that safer substitute could be prescribed.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Liver Disease

        Any incidence of liver disease should be reported to the Doctor. Suitable adjustment in dosage can be done based on the extent of the liver impairment.

        Osteoporosis

        Suitable adjustment in dosage and duration should be made for patients who are at risk for Osteoporosis related fracture. Established treatment guidelines should be strictly followed in such cases.

        Hypomagnesemia

        Any incidences of magnesium level imbalance should be reported to the Doctor. The imbalance could occur due to a disease or due to other medication used by the patient. Regular monitoring is recommended for patients taking Kemocip D Eye/Ear Drops.
      • Interaction with Food

        Food

        Information not available.
      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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