Major & minor side effects for Zeprocaine Ear Drop 5 mL
- Blurred vision rare
- Eye pain rare
- Eye discomfort rare
- Burning or itching of eyes
- Dry eye
- Swelling of the eye lid rare
- Fever rare
- Headache
- Ear pain
- Ear discomfort
Uses of Zeprocaine Ear Drop 5 mL
What is it prescribed for?
- Bacterial ConjunctivitisThis medicine is used in the treatment of conjunctivitis, which is an inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva, caused by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Staphylococcus epidermis, etc.
- Corneal UlcersThis medicine is used in the treatment of corneal ulcer, which is an infection or inflammatory condition of the cornea, caused by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, etc.
- Otitis ExternaThis medicine is used in the treatment of otitis externa, which is an infection of the external ear canal, caused by bacteria such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, etc.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Zeprocaine Ear Drop 5 mL, any other fluoroquinolones, or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.
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Drug-resistance
Usage of this medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing benefits and may even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug resistant.
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Driving or Operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause blurred vision in some patients. If you experience blurred vision during treatment with this medicine, it is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery until your vision is clear.
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Contact lens
Usage of contact lens is not recommended in patients who are suffering from an eye infection.
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Use in Pediatrics
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 1 year of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
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Contamination
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface since this may lead to contamination by bacteria. Patients are advised to take all hygienic precautions to ensure that the medicine is not contaminated.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not administer a double dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
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