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ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML

ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML

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Consume Type

EYE/EAR

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML

ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML is a combination of antibiotic and steroid medication used to treat bacterial eye and ear infections. An ear infection occurs when bacteria invade the middle or outer ear, causing pain and inflammation. Bacterial eye infection occurs when pathogenic bacteria enter any eye portion, including the eyeball, conjunctiva, and cornea.

ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML contains ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone. Ciprofloxacin has bactericidal activity and works by suppressing the enzyme DNA gyrase, which is essential for bacterial DNA synthesis. Dexamethasone is a steroid that reduces inflammation and symptoms associated with infection, such as redness and irritation by inhibiting the chemicals such as prostaglandins that cause inflammation. As a result, ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML treats bacterial eye/ear infections.

You are advised to use ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as discomfort, irritation, stinging sensation, and dysgeusia (taste disorder). 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.

Do not use ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML if you are allergic to any of its components. Talk to your doctor if the irritation persists despite using ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML for a week or if it worsens. Consult your doctor before using ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Please do not touch the tip of the dropper to the eye/ear or surrounding areas as it may contaminate the contents. ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor.

Uses of ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML

Bacterial eye/ear infections

Medicinal Benefits

ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML contains ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone. Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that kills bacteria by preventing their growth. Dexamethasone is a steroid that reduces inflammation and infection-related symptoms such as redness and discomfort. It acts by inhibiting the chemicals that cause inflammation, such as prostaglandins. As a result, ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML aids in treating eye/ear infections.

Directions for Use

Wash your hands before and after use. Use the dropper provided by the pack to instil the drops into the eye/ear. Do not touch the tip of the dropper to the eye/ear or surrounding areas as it may contaminate the solution.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML

  • Local burning sensation and discomfort
  • Dysgeusia (taste disorder)
  • Irritation
  • Stinging sensation

Drug Warnings

Do not use ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML if you are allergic to any of its components. Before using ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML, inform your doctor if you have vision problems, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure), eye damage, eye surgery, hearing problems (cytotoxicity), a perforated eardrum, chronic otitis media, or viral ear infections (herpes simplex otitis externa and herpes zoster otitis external). 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.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug interactions: ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML may interact with oral anticoagulant medications (warfarin) and bronchodilators (theophylline).

Drug-Food interactions: Relevant interactions could not be found/established.

Drug-Disease interactions: Inform your doctor if you have vision problems, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure), eye damage, eye surgery, hearing problems (cytotoxicity), perforated eardrum, chronic otitis media, or viral ear infections (herpes simplex otitis externa and herpes zoster otitis externa).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • THEOPHYLLINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Ear infection:

  • Consult an ENT on a regular basis to ensure early detection of any ear problems.
  • Avoid consuming foods that you are allergic to as it can cause the body to produce excess mucus, resulting in ear inflammation.
  • Avoid getting shampoo, soap, or water into your ears as this can cause itching.
  • Poking or scratching the ear can cause damage to the ear canal, resulting in inflammation. 
  • Using cotton swabs, bobby pins, or other objects to remove earwax may push wax deeper into the ear, causing ear damage.
  • Never put cold water in your ear, and avoid spraying liquids into your ear with force.

Eye infection:

  • Get at least six to eight hours of sleep each night to renew your eyes.
  • Wash your eyes with clean water. If you have had eye surgery, wait at least two weeks before washing your eyes.
  • Take care of your health, eat a balanced diet, exercise regularly, and rest well.
  • Hydrate well-drink lots of water.
  • Wash your hands regularly, and avoid touching your eyes with dirty hands.

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.

Bacterial ear infections: An ear infection occurs when the bacteria affect the middle or outer ear, leading to pain and inflammation. An ear infection occurs when the Eustachian tubes (small tubes that run from each ear to the back of the throat) become blocked or swollen. Ear infections can be painful due to inflammation and fluid build-up. Symptoms include pain or discomfort inside the ear, pus or fluid-like drainage from the ear, feeling of pressure inside the ear, and loss of hearing.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

FDC LIMITED, B-8, MIDC Area, Waluj - 431 136, Dist. Aurangabad, Maharashtra
Other Info - ZOX0007

FAQs

ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML contains ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone. Ciprofloxacin kills the bacteria by inhibiting their growth. Dexamethasone works by inhibiting the chemicals such as prostaglandins that cause inflammation. Thereby, ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML helps treat ear/eye infections.
Please do not stop using ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML until the course advised by the doctor has been completed. If you discontinue ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML suddenly, your symptoms may reappear.
Wearing contact lenses during treatment is not recommended unless advised by the doctor. Remove contact lens before instilling the drops into the eye and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them.
You are not recommended to use ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML for more than the prescribed duration. Talk to your doctor if the irritation persists despite using ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML for a week or if it worsens.

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Alcohol

Caution

No interaction was found. However, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol as a precautionary measure.

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Pregnancy

Caution

If you are planning to become pregnant or are already pregnant, please consult your doctor before using ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

If you are a nursing mother, please notify your doctor before beginning ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML.

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Driving

Caution

ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML may cause blurred vision temporarily after using the drops in the eye. Before driving or operating any machinery, wait until your vision is clear.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information is available about the usage of ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML in patients with liver disease. Please consult your physician.

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Kidney

Caution

Limited information is available about the usage of ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your physician.

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Children

Caution

ZOXAN D DROPS 5ML should be used in children above one year only if prescribed by the doctor.

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