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Natafol Eye Drops 5 ml Substitute
Natafol Eye Drops 5 ml Substitute
Verified Ingredients and Effects
Composition:
NATAMYCIN-5%W/V
Uses:
Fungal eye infection
Medicinal Benefits:
Natafol Eye Drops 5 ml is recommended for the treatment of fungal infections of the eye such as conjunctivitis (infection of the white part of the eye), endophthalmitis (infection of the inside part of the eye) and keratitis (infection of the clear part of the eye) caused by fungi in the eyes. It acts by stopping the growth of fungus in the eye that provides relief in irritation, redness, itching, swelling of the eye associated with a fungal eye infection.
FAQs
Tell your doctor if you are using other medicines including ointments or drops. Wait for a minimum of 5 minutes after applying Natafol Eye Drops 5 ml and then only use other medicines.
The most common cause for fungal eye infection is an eye injury especially if a plant material like a stick or thorn caused an injury. Most fungi that cause eye infections live in the environment often associated with plant material.
While using antifungal medicine, it is suggested to avoid high sugary foods like bananas, dates, certain meats, and refined fats.
Natafol Eye Drops 5 ml works only for fungal eye infections, using it unnecessarily may lead to reduced effectiveness of the medicine.
Some of the common symptoms of fungal eye infection are eye redness, blurred vision, eye pain, eye discharge.
Natafol Eye Drops 5 ml is mostly used for the treatment of eye infections. It is not recommended for the treatment of ear infections. However, it should be used for any indication only when prescribed by a doctor.
Natafol Eye Drops 5 ml may improve within 2 to 3 days of administration. However, recovery depends on different factors such as age, the severity of the infection, and comorbidities.
Natafol Eye Drops 5 ml contains "Natamycin", which works by killing fungi by destroying its outer cell membrane. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stops the leakage of cell contents.
Before using Natafol Eye Drops 5 ml, you must inform your doctor if you have any allergy to Natafol Eye Drops 5 ml or any antibiotics or if you are taking any other medicines.