BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections, post-operative inflammatory conditions of the eyes, acute otitis media (middle ear infections) and acute otitis externa (inflammation of the ear canal). Bacterial eye infection is associated with the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. An ear infection occurs when the bacteria affect the middle or outer ear, leading to pain and inflammation.
BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE is a combination of three drugs, namely: Ciprofloxacin, Dexamethasone, and Benzalkonium chloride. Ciprofloxacin kills the infection-causing bacteria by inhibiting the synthesis of enzymes necessary for the survival of bacteria. Dexamethasone blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling, itching, and redness. Benzalkonium chloride acts as a preservative. Thereby, BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE helps in treating bacterial infections of the eye and ear.
You are advised to use BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE may cause common side-effects such as discomfort, irritation, stinging sensation, and redness. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side-effects persist or worsen.
Talk to your doctor if the irritation persists despite using BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE for a week or if it worsens. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor. Do not touch the tip of the dropper, as it may contaminate the contents. Keep your doctor informed regarding your health condition and the medicines you are taking to prevent any side-effects/interactions.
Bacterial eye infections, post-operative inflammatory condition of the eyes, acute otitis media (middle ear infections) and acute otitis externa (inflammation of the ear canal).
BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE is a combination of three drugs, namely: Ciprofloxacin, Dexamethasone, and Benzalkonium chloride. BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE is used to treat bacterial eye infections, post-operative inflammatory conditions of the eyes, acute otitis media (middle ear infections) and acute otitis externa (inflammation of the ear canal). Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling, itching, and redness. Ciprofloxacin is an anti-bacterial agent which kills the bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for the survival of the bacteria. Benzalkonium chloride acts as a preservative. Together, BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE helps in treating bacterial infections of the eye/ear.
Do not use BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE if you are allergic to any of its contents. Avoid using BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE if you have tuberculosis, damaged cornea, ulceration, lesions with incomplete formation of the covering tissue, increased intraocular pressure, allergy to steroids, viral ear infections, herpes simplex, fungal or parasitic ear infection. Inform your doctor if you have high closed-angle glaucoma, high blood pressure, ocular hypertension, diabetes, eye infection or injury, hyperthyroidism, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor.
Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are taking anti-viral drugs (ritonavir, cobicistat)
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have tuberculosis, damaged cornea, ulceration, lesions with incomplete formation of the covering tissue, increased intraocular pressure, allergy to steroids, viral ear infections, herpes simplex, fungal or parasitic ear infection.
It is not known whether BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will decide whether BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.
BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE may temporarily blur your vision when instilled in the eyes. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE in patients with liver impairment.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE in patients with kidney impairment.
BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE+CIPROFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor.
Eye infections:
Ear infections:
Bacterial eye infections: The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, and keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the infection or 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. Symptoms include redness, pain, discomfort, itchiness, burning sensation, and watery discharge from the eye.
Post-operative eye inflammation: It is the inflammation of the eye following surgical intervention. Symptoms include pain, photophobia, increased intraocular pressure, glaucoma, redness, and uveitis (eye inflammation).
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.