CIPLOX D EYE/EAR DPS

Overview

CIPLOX D EYE/EAR DPS is a Schedule H antibiotic.

CIPLOX D EYE/EAR DPS is composed of: CIPROFLOXACIN (0.3 %W/V), DEXAMETHASONE (0.1 %W/V)

Ciprofloxacin is a flouroquinoline antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. It is used to treat different types of bacterial infections. Ciprofloxacin is also used to treat people who have been exposed to Anthrax or certain types of plague. Fluoroquinolone antibiotic can cause serious or disabling side effects. Ciprofloxacin should be used only for infections that cannot be treated with a safer antibiotic.
Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Dexamethasone is used to treat many different inflammatory conditions such as allergic disorders and skin conditions. Dexamethasone is also used to treat ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, and breathing disorders.

Usage

CIPROFLOXACIN is generally used to treat: Anthrax, Plague, Bacterial Infection

DEXAMETHASONE is generally used to treat: Ulcerative Colitis, Arthritis, Lupus, Psoriasis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

CIPLOX D EYE/EAR DPS is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for CIPLOX D EYE/EAR DPS and its Constituents


Avoid excess dosage. You should not use ciprofloxacin if you are also taking Tizanide. You may not be able to use ciprofloxacin if you have a muscle disorder. Tell your doctor if you have a history of myasthenia gravis.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver, kidney, intestinal or heart disease, diabetes, under active thyroid, high blood pressure, mental illness, myasthenia gravis, joint inflammation, eye infection, seizures, tuberculosis, ulcer, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Monitor blood glucose level in diabetic patients regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CIPROFLOXACIN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing
DEXAMETHASONE over-dosage can result in: Easy Bruising, Irregular Menstrual Periods

Common Side-Effects

CIPROFLOXACIN : Nausea, Vomit, Head Headache, Abdomen Pain, Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Fainting, Chest Pain, Dizziness, Eyes Blurred Vision
DEXAMETHASONE : Abdomen Upset Stomach, Head Headache, Dizziness, Difficulty Sleeping, Weight Gain

Serious Side-Effects

CIPROFLOXACIN : Diarrhoea, Fever, Throat Soreness, Nausea, Vomit, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Dizziness, Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Abdomen Pain
DEXAMETHASONE : Heartburn, Throat Soreness, Fever, Arms Joint Pain, Increased Thirst, Frequent Urination, Irregular Heartbeat, Eyes Pain, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Ankles Swelling, Mood Swings

Rare Side-Effects

CIPROFLOXACIN : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching, Dizziness, Face Swelling
DEXAMETHASONE : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

DEXAMETHASONE can interfere with: Tuberculosis, Hypernatremia, Hypocalcemia, Hypokalemia, Seizure, Diverticulitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Bacterial Infection, Fungal Infection, Protozoal Infection, Viral Inection, Myocardial Infarction, Ocular Herpes, Peptic Ulcer, Vaccination, Cirrhosis, Psychosis, Depression, Diabetes Mellitus, Impaired Glucose Tolerance, Congestive Heart Disease, Edema, Hypertension, Acute Renal Failure, Cushing’s Syndrome, Hyperaldosteronism, Hyperlipidemia, Hypothyroidism, Acute Liver Failure, Myasthenia Gravis, Myopathy, Myoneural Disorders, Glaucoma, Cataract, Osteoporosis, Thromboembolism

Technical Classification

CIPROFLOXACIN is categorized as: QUINOLONES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
DEXAMETHASONE is categorized as: GLUCOCORTICOIDS / ADRENAL CORTICAL STEROIDS / HORMONES

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

3 Times Daily38%
2 Times Daily (1-0-1)35%
2 Times Daily14%
Every 6hrs8%

What was the Dosage Advised?

4drops47%
2drops24%
3drops14%
1drop5%

How long was it prescribed?

5 Days41%
7 Days34%
3 Days10%
15 Days6%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs13%
5 to 12yrs13%
12 to 18yrs6%
18 to 35yrs28%
35 to 50yrs20%
50 to 60yrs6%
60 to 70yrs8%
70yrs and above4%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females49%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

ENT72%
Pediatrician10%
Pediatric Gastroenterologist6%
Physician5%
None2%
General Practitioner1%
Oncologist1%
Hematologist1%
Internist1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

ENDUROX TAB10%

Available Alternatives for CIPLOX D EYE/EAR DPS

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CEFLOX D DPSINR 26 for 10 ML DROPCIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %W/V, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V
CIPLOX D EYE/EAR DPSINR 14 for 1 BOTTLEDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %W/V
CIPROMAC D EYE DPSINR 9.35 for 5 ML EYE DROPDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %W/V
MIFLOX-DM EYE-DPSINR 16 for 5 ML DROPSDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %W/V

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

AHLOX D 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPSINR 9.2 for 5 ML EYE DROPDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
BIOCIP D 0.3%/0.1% DPSINR 9.8 for 10 ML DROPDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
CEBRAN D EYE DPSINR 9.33 for 10 ML EYE DROPDEXAMETHASONE , CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %W/V
CEPROLEN D 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPSINR 11.18 for 10 ML EYE DROPCIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %
CHLORODEX DPSINR 10 for 5 ML DROPDEXAMETHASONE , CIPROFLOXACIN
CIPCOS D DPSINR 14 for 10 ML DROPDEXAMETHASONE , CIPROFLOXACIN
CIPLEX 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPSINR 10.62 for 10 ML EYE DROPDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
CIPROGULL D EYE/EAR DPSINR 1.25 for 10 ML EYE/EAR DROPSDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
CIPROMAC D DPSINR 10.61 for 10 ML DROPDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
CIPROZEN D 0.3%/0.1% OINTINR 13.8 for 5 GM OINTMENTDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
DEFLOX 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPSINR 12 for 5 ML EYE DROPDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
FLOXOMED D 0.3%/0.1% DPSINR 20 for 10 ML DROPDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
KEMOCIP D 0.3%/0.1% EYE/EAR DPSINR 9.71 for 10 ML EYE/EAR DROPSCIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %
KEMOCIP EYE/EAR DPSINR 7.28 for 10 ML EYE/EAR DROPSCIPROFLOXACIN , DEXAMETHASONE
KEMOCIP TABINR 826.46 for 10 TABLETSCIPROFLOXACIN 500.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE
LARCIP D 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPSINR 7.25 for 10 ML EYE DROPDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
LUCIPRO D 0.3%/0.1% EYE/EAR DPSINR 12.07 for 10 ML EYE/EAR DROPSDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
SWIFLOX D EYE DPSINR 7.5 for 10 ML EYE DROPDEXAMETHASONE 0.05 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
ZOXAN D 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPSINR 9.4 for 5 ML EYE DROPDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %