DEFLOX 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPS

Overview

DEFLOX 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPS is a Schedule H antibiotic.

DEFLOX 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPS is composed of: CIPROFLOXACIN (0.3 %), DEXAMETHASONE (0.1 %)

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?

DEFLOX 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPS is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for DEFLOX 0.3%/0.1% EYE 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

Available Alternatives for DEFLOX 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPS

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

AHLOX D 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPS	INR 9.2 for 5 ML EYE DROP	DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
BIOCIP D 0.3%/0.1% DPS	INR 9.8 for 10 ML DROP	DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
CEPROLEN D 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPS	INR 11.18 for 10 ML EYE DROP	CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %
CIPLEX 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPS	INR 10.62 for 10 ML EYE DROP	DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
CIPROGULL D EYE/EAR DPS	INR 1.25 for 10 ML EYE/EAR DROPS	DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
CIPROMAC D DPS	INR 10.61 for 10 ML DROP	DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
CIPROZEN D 0.3%/0.1% OINT	INR 13.8 for 5 GM OINTMENT	DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
DEFLOX 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPS	INR 12 for 5 ML EYE DROP	DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
FLOXOMED D 0.3%/0.1% DPS	INR 20 for 10 ML DROP	DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
KEMOCIP D 0.3%/0.1% EYE/EAR DPS	INR 9.71 for 10 ML EYE/EAR DROPS	CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %
LARCIP D 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPS	INR 7.25 for 10 ML EYE DROP	DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
LUCIPRO D 0.3%/0.1% EYE/EAR DPS	INR 12.07 for 10 ML EYE/EAR DROPS	DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %
ZOXAN D 0.3%/0.1% EYE DPS	INR 9.4 for 5 ML EYE DROP	DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CEBRAN D EYE DPS	INR 9.33 for 10 ML EYE DROP	DEXAMETHASONE , CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %W/V
CEFLOX D DPS	INR 26 for 10 ML DROP	CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %W/V, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V
CHLORODEX DPS	INR 10 for 5 ML DROP	DEXAMETHASONE , CIPROFLOXACIN
CIPCOS D DPS	INR 14 for 10 ML DROP	DEXAMETHASONE , CIPROFLOXACIN
CIPLOX D EYE/EAR DPS	INR 14 for 1 BOTTLE	DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %W/V
CIPROMAC D EYE DPS	INR 9.35 for 5 ML EYE DROP	DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %W/V
KEMOCIP EYE/EAR DPS	INR 7.28 for 10 ML EYE/EAR DROPS	CIPROFLOXACIN , DEXAMETHASONE
KEMOCIP TAB	INR 826.46 for 10 TABLETS	CIPROFLOXACIN 500.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE
MIFLOX-DM EYE-DPS	INR 16 for 5 ML DROPS	DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %W/V
SWIFLOX D EYE DPS	INR 7.5 for 10 ML EYE DROP	DEXAMETHASONE 0.05 %, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.3 %