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About Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml
Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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.
Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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 Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml as suggested by the doctor. You are advised to use Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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 Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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 Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml, tell your doctor if you have any allergy to any of its components. Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml should only be used in pregnancy or breastfeeding females if specified by the doctor. Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid driving after taking Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml as it may affect your ability to drive. Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml is safe to use in elderly people as no difference in safety and effectiveness has been observed.
Uses of Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml
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Medicinal Benefits
Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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.
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Drug Warnings
It is advised not to touch the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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 Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml. After using Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml, wait for some time so that your vision clears up. Do not drive or operate any machine just after applying Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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 Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
Interaction of Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml.
Pregnancy
Caution
Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml is a pregnancy category C drug so it may harm the fetus. Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml should only be used in pregnant females if clearly specified by the doctor.
Breast Feeding
Caution
It is not known if Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml can pass in breast milk or not so it should only be used in pregnant females if clearly specified by the doctor.
Driving
Unsafe
Avoid driving after taking Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml as it may cause blurred vision for some time that may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
Safe if prescribed
Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml is safe to use in patients with the liver disease only when prescribed by a doctor.
Kidney
Caution
Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml should be used with caution in renal problems. Dose adjustments may be necessary.
Children
Caution
Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.
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Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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 Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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.
Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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.
Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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.
Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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.
Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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 Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml, you must inform your doctor if you have any allergy to Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml or any antibiotics or if you are taking any other medicines.
Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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.
Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml is derived from Streptomyces natalensis, a micro-organism. It is an antifungal medication used to treat eye infections caused by fungi.
Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 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, Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml does not work against them.
The common side effects of Natolic Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml include eye irritation, allergic reaction, vision change, and eye pain. If the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
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