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About Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml

Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml is a combination medication primarily used to treat bacterial eye infections. Bacterial eye infection occurs when pathogenic bacteria enter any eye portion, including the eyeball, conjunctiva, and cornea.

Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml contains Ciprofloxacin and Boric acid. Ciprofloxacin works by suppressing the enzyme DNA gyrase, which is essential for bacterial DNA synthesis. Boric acid is an antiseptic. It provides soothing relief from eye irritation and helps to remove air pollutants and foreign materials. Together Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml prevents the spread of eye infections caused by a wide range of gram-negative bacteria causing eye infections.

You are advised to use Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml for as long as your doctor prescribes it. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as discomfort, irritation, and stinging sensation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml is exclusively for Ophthalmic use only, do not take orally or inject. Do not use Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to any of its components. Talk to your doctor if the irritation persists despite using Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml for a week or if it worsens. Consult your doctor before using Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Please do not touch the tip of the dropper to the eye or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate the contents. Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor.

Uses of Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml

Bacterial eye infections

Directions for Use

It is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using this medicine. Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Replace the outer cap after use. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate the medicine.

Medicinal Benefits

Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml is a combination of two antibiotics: Ciprofloxacin and Boric acid, primarily used to treat eye bacterial infections (like conjunctivitis). Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of fluoroquinolone that kills bacteria (bactericidal action) by preventing the synthesis of enzymes, namely DNA gyrase and Topoisomerase (II and IV), which is essential for the growth and survival of the bacterial cell. It has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria (that live in oxygen). Boric acid is an antiseptic. It provides soothing relief from eye irritation and helps to remove air pollutants and foreign materials.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not use Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to any of its components. Before using Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml, inform your doctor if you have vision problems, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure), eye damage, or eye surgery. Notify the doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Contact your doctor if the infection symptoms persist or worsen after two weeks of treatment.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • To naturally renew your eyes, get at least six to eight hours of sleep each night.
  • You should wash your eyes with clean water at least twice or thrice every day. If you have had eye surgery, wait at least two weeks before washing your eyes.
  • Take care of your health, eat a balanced diet, do regular exercise, and rest well.
  • Regularly wash your hands. Keep unclean hands away from your eyes.
  • Do not rub your eyes.
  • Eyeliner, mascara, and kohl should not be shared.
  • Wipe your eyes and face with clean towels or tissues at all times.
  • If you wear contact lenses, clean and replace them more frequently. Never share your contact lenses. Always wash your hands before and after inserting and removing contact lenses.
  • Avoid gazing at digital screens for extended periods of time.
  • Blink frequently to aid in the spread of hydrating substances like mucus and tears across the eyes.

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Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

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FAQs

Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml is a combination of two medicines: Ciprofloxacin and Boric Acid. Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic. It prevents the bacterial cells in the eye from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. Boric Acid is an antiseptic that cleans out the eye and relieves irritation.

Do not wear contact lenses while using Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml eye drops as it could lead to the development of crystals on the contact lens. Wait for at least 15minutes after using Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml before wearing the contact lens.

It is recommended to complete the course of Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml even if you feel better as ciprofloxacin in Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe eye infection. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.

The common side-effects of Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml are red eyes, eye pain, dry eye, watery eyes, change in taste, and blurred vision. These side-effects are mild and temporary.

Apply the drops as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

It would help if you didn't use the Cebran Eye Drops 5 ml for more than the prescribed duration. Please reach out to the doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if it becomes worse.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial eye infections: Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea. Symptoms of an infection include red eye, pain, discharge, watery/dry eyes, swelling, itching, and sensitivity to light. The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, and keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the infection/inflammation of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. A stye is a bump on the eyelid or base of eyelashes. Keratitis is the inflammation of the cornea. It is a common problem in people who wear contact lenses.

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