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Natok Eye Drops 5 ml, Pack of 1 EYE DROPS
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Composition :

NATAMYCIN-5%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Okulus Drugs India

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About Natok Eye Drops 5 ml

Natok Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to a class of medication called 'antifungal' used to treat fungal infections of the eye. A fungal infection is a disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes damage to the eye. Fungi are commonly present in nature but do not cause infections normally. However, if the fungi enter the eye, then it causes eye pain, redness, and blurred vision.

Natok Eye Drops 5 ml contains 'Natamycin', which works by killing fungi by destroying their outer cell membrane. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents.

Use Natok Eye Drops 5 ml as suggested by the doctor. You are advised to use Natok Eye Drops 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience eye irritation, allergic reaction, vision change and eye pain. Most of these side effects of Natok Eye Drops 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Before using Natok Eye Drops 5 ml, tell your doctor if you have any allergy to any of its components. Natok Eye Drops 5 ml should only be used in pregnancy or breastfeeding females if specified by the doctor. Natok Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid driving after taking Natok Eye Drops 5 ml as it may affect your ability to drive. Natok Eye Drops 5 ml is safe to use in elderly people as no difference in safety and effectiveness has been observed.

Directions for Use

• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.• Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instill the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.• Natok Eye Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic use only. Avoid touching the container tip to your eye or lids to prevent contamination.

Medicinal Benefits

Natok 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.

How Natok Eye Drops 5 ml Works

Natok Eye Drops 5 ml contains 'Natamycin', which works by killing fungi by destroying their outer cell membrane. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Natok Eye Drops 5 ml

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it might cause an overdose. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

It is advised not to touch the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the Natok Eye Drops 5 ml. Patients are advised not to wear contact lenses while using this medicine. If you are using any other medicine, then wait for at least 5 minutes after applying Natok Eye Drops 5 ml. After using Natok Eye Drops 5 ml, wait for some time so that your vision clears up. Do not drive or operate any machine just after applying Natok Eye Drops 5 ml as this medicine may make eyes blurred for some time. This drug only works for a fungal eye infection and does not work for other types of infections. Using Natok Eye Drops 5 ml unnecessarily or misusing it may decrease the effectiveness of the drug. It is advised to use this medicine full time, as sudden stopping the medicine may allow the fungus to continue to grow which may allow the fungus to grow. 

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands regularly and keep your hands clean to prevent the spread of germs.
  • Avoid dusty activities and digging in the soil.
  • Wear shoes, a long-sleeved t-shirt, and long pants while doing outdoor activities such as yard work, gardening, or vising wooded areas to protect from fungus commonly present in the environment.
  • Maintain a diet that is low in sugar, refined carbohydrates, mold-containing foods, and yeast.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIFUNGALS

Natok Eye Drops 5 ml Substitute

Substitutes safety advice

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Interaction of Natok Eye Drops 5 ml with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Natok Eye Drops 5 ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Natok Eye Drops 5 ml is a pregnancy category C drug so it may harm the fetus. Natok Eye Drops 5 ml should only be used in pregnant females if clearly specified by the doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if Natok Eye Drops 5 ml can pass in breast milk or not so it should only be used in pregnant females if clearly specified by the doctor.

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Driving

Unsafe

Avoid driving after taking Natok Eye Drops 5 ml as it may cause blurred vision for some time that may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Natok Eye Drops 5 ml is safe to use in patients with the liver disease only when prescribed by a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Natok Eye Drops 5 ml should be used with caution in renal problems. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Children

Caution

Natok Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

Have a query?

FAQs

Natok Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat fungal infections of the eye.

Tell your doctor if you are using other medicines including ointments or drops. Wait for a minimum of 5 minutes after applying Natok 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.

Natok 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.

Natok 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.

Natok 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.

Natok 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 Natok Eye Drops 5 ml, you must inform your doctor if you have any allergy to Natok Eye Drops 5 ml or any antibiotics or if you are taking any other medicines.

Natok Eye Drops 5 ml is not known to cause cancer. It is an antifungal medication used to treat eye infections, and there is no evidence linking it to cancer.

Natok Eye Drops 5 ml is derived from Streptomyces natalensis, a micro-organism. It is an antifungal medication used to treat eye infections caused by fungi.

Natok Eye Drops 5 ml does not affect bacteria because it is designed to target fungal infections. It works by destroying the fungal cell wall, which is made up of a substance called ergosterol. Since bacteria do not have ergosterol, Natok Eye Drops 5 ml does not work against them.

The common side effects of Natok Eye Drops 5 ml include eye irritation, allergic reaction, vision change, and eye pain. If the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

52, Ram Nagar, Gobind Nagar, Ambala - 133001 (Near Lord Krishna School)
Other Info - NAT0544

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Author Details

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Written By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 11, 2025 | 4:51 PM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/pharmacology-toxicology-and-pharmaceutical-science/natamycin
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2008/050514s009lbl.pdf

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