ZONAT 5% EYE DPS

Overview

ZONAT 5% EYE DPS is a Schedule H antibiotic.

ZONAT 5% EYE DPS is composed of: NATAMYCIN (5.0 %)

This medication is an antifungal antibiotic, prescribed for eye and skin infections.  It kills sensitive fungi by interfering with the formation of the fungal cell wall. This medication treats only fungal eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any drug used to treat infection can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Usage

NATAMYCIN is generally used to treat: Fungal Infection, Aspergillosis, Blastomycosis, Blepharitis, Candidiasis, Conjunctivitis, Cryptococcosis, Histoplasmosis, Keratitis, Microsporidiosis, Sporotrichosis
NATAMYCIN can address symptoms like: Eyes Pain, Eyes Itching, Eyes Redness, Eyes Discharge Or Mucus, Eyes Sensitive To Light, Eyes Watery Eyes, Eyes Eye Irritation

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 < 6yrs

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: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions


  • You should not use natamycin ophthalmic if you are allergic to it.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use natamycin ophthalmic in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Wash your hands before using the eye drops.
  • Shake this medicine well just before each use.
  • Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it directly on your eye.
  • A contaminated dropper can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.Do not use the eye drops if the liquid has changed colors or has particles in it.
  • Use this medication for the full prescribed length of time.
  • Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • Do not use this medication while wearing contact lenses.
  • Natamycin ophthalmic may contain a preservative that can discolor soft contact lenses.
  • Wait at least 15 minutes after using natamycin ophthalmic before putting in your contact lenses.
  • This medication may cause blurred vision and may impair your reactions.
  • Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be able to see clearly.Do not use other eye medications unless your doctor tells you to.
  • Natamycin is not recommended for use in children.

Common Side-Effects

NATAMYCIN : Vision Problems, Eyes Watery Eyes, Eyes Discomfort, Eyes Change In Vision, Eyes Eye Irritation, Eyes Pain, Eyes Tingling

Serious Side-Effects

NATAMYCIN : Chest Pain, Difficulty Breathing

Technical Classification

NATAMYCIN is categorized as: OPHTHALMIC ANTI-INFECTIVES / OPHTHALMIC PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ELMYCIN 5% DPSINR 70.4 for 3 ML DROPNATAMYCIN 5.0 %
MYCONAT 5% EYE DPSINR 107 for 5 ML EYE DROPNATAMYCIN 5.0 %
NATAAID 5%W/V EYE DPSINR 100 for 5 ML EYE DROPNATAMYCIN 5.0 %W/V
NATACIN 5% EYE DPSINR 118 for 5 ML EYE DROPNATAMYCIN 5.0 %
NATADPS 5% DPSINR 82.63 for 5 ML DROPNATAMYCIN 5.0 %
NATADPS 5%W/V DPSINR 85.87 for 15 ML DROPNATAMYCIN 5.0 %W/V
NATADPS DPSINR 85.87 for 10 ML DROPNATAMYCIN
NATAFORCE 5% EYE DPSINR 108.9 for 5 ML EYE DROPNATAMYCIN 5.0 %
NATAK EYE DPSINR 100 for 5 ML EYE DROPNATAMYCIN
NATAMET EYE DPSINR 168 for 10 ML EYE DROPNATAMYCIN 5.0 %
NATAMYCINNATAMYCIN
NATAONE 5% EYE DPSINR 79 for 5 ML EYE DROPNATAMYCIN 5.0 %
NATASOL 5% EYE DPSINR 105 for 5 ML EYE DROPNATAMYCIN 5.0 %W/V
NATCON EYE DPSINR 79.51 for 3 ML EYE DROPNATAMYCIN
NATOPTIC 50MG EYE DPSINR 88.55 for 5 ML EYE DROPNATAMYCIN 50.0 MG
PIMAFUCIN 5% DPSINR 49.43 for 3 ML DROPNATAMYCIN 5.0 %
ZONAT 5% EYE DPSINR 117.5 for 5 ML EYE DROPNATAMYCIN 5.0 %