₨ 93.62
MBBS
Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Norfloxacin, Eye
- Manufactured by : Remington Pharma
- Drug Strength : 0.30%
- Drug Form : Eye Drops
- Pack Size : 5 ml
- Product SKU : pg_2357_3129
Bactinor Eye Eye Drops contains Norfloxacin, Eye | belongs to Quinolone
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How it works
Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml works by inhibiting an enzyme required for a bacterial DNA to replicate.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml
- Nausea or vomiting severe
- Dizziness severe
- Headache severe
- Abdominal pain severe
- Weakness severe
- Constipation rare
- Back pain rare
- Diarrhea rare
- Flatulence rare
- Heartburn rare
- Skin rash rare
Uses of Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml
What is it prescribed for?
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Prostatitis
This medicine is used in the treatment of Prostatitis (inflammation of the prostate gland that produces semen) caused by Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas, and Enterococcus species.
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Urinary Tract Infection
This medicine is used in the treatment of urinary tract infections like Cystitis caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 1 to 2 hours.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 9 to 12 hours.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
Use of this medicine is not recommended in women who breastfeed due to the adverse effect on the development of the infant's joints. Use only if clearly needed under the supervision of the doctor. Monitoring of undesired effects like diarrhea, diaper rash is necessary.
When not to use?
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Allergy
Avoid taking Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml if you have a known allergy to this medicine or any other medicines belonging to the class fluoroquinolones.
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Tendinitis or tendon rupture
Avoid taking this medicine if you have a past history of tendinitis or tendon rupture after using Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml .
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Myasthenia gravis
Avoid taking this medicine if you have a past or family history of Myasthenia Gravis (weakness and rapid fatigue of muscles under voluntary control).
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
Use of this medicine is not recommended in women who breastfeed due to the adverse effect on the development of the infant's joints. Use only if clearly needed under the supervision of the doctor. Monitoring of undesired effects like diarrhea, diaper rash is necessary.
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Tendinitis and tendon rupture
Use of This medicine will increase the risk to develop tendinitis or tendon rupture during the treatment or several months after treatment. It will affect the shoulder, hand, back of the ankle, or other parts of the body. The risk is more if you are above 60 years of age and have a history of kidney, heart, or lung transplant or any joint disease. You are also at high risk if you are on corticosteroids like dexamethasone, methylprednisolone or prednisone.
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Drug-resistance
Usage of This medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that is drug resistant.
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Pediatric use
The safety and effectiveness of Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml have not been established in children and adolescents less than 18 years of age.
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Impaired liver function
This medicine should be used with caution in the patients with the history of liver injury due to the increase in the risk of liver enzymes.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Escitalopram severe
- Ethinyl Estradiol moderate
- Corticosteroids severe
- Aspirin moderate
- Antidiabetic drugs moderate
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severe
If you suffer from CNS disorder and you take This medicine , then you may experience tremors, restlessness, anxiety, confusion and hallucinations. Avoid consuming caffeine-containing products like coffee, chocolates and energy drinks.
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severe
Avoid using Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml if you experience any chest discomfort. Regular cardiac function tests are to be performed if you have any heart disease (arrhythmia) or family history of heart disease.
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moderate
Avoid taking Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml if you experience severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in stools after taking the medicine. Inform the doctor if you have any gastrointestinal diseases. Drink adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration.
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The desired effect of Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml is not observed if consumed with dairy products. There should be at least 2 hours gap between taking Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml and dairy products.
General Instructions
Take This medicine one hour before or two hours after the food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml before completion of course.
Other details
- To be taken on an empty stomach
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- practo - Norfloxacin [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/norfloxacin-205-api [cited 1/19/2021]. 2017
what are the adverse effects of Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml?
Local irritation, bitter taste.
What happens if I miss a dose of Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml?
Adults: 1 or 2 drops four times daily.
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Bactinor Eye 0.30% Eye Drops 5 ml. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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