Cipropen D 0.3%/0.1% Eye Drop

Quick info

Cipropen D 0.3%/0.1% Eye Drop is a medicine used to treat eye infections with inflammation. Cipropen D 0.3%/0.1% Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Use it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor or as instructed in the label. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Complete your dose even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may bring back the infection.

How it works

Cipropen D 0.3%/0.1% Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Ciprofloxacin and Dexamethasone. Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic which prevents bacterial cells from dividing and repairing thereby killing the bacteria. This treats your eye infection. Dexamethasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red swollen and itchy.

Direction of use

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

Tips

• Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment
• Do not touch the tip to any surface to avoid contamination
• Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication to avoid dilution
• Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up
• Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor
• Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle

Side Effects

• No common side effects listed.