Alektra 20% Eye Drop

Alektra 20% Eye Drop should be used as directed by your doctor. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

It is effective in killing many types of bacteria. However, it will not work for other types of eye infections (e.g., viral) and therefore, should only be used if prescribed by your doctor. Unnecessary use of any antibiotic can lead to a decrease in its effectiveness in the future.

Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include temporary eye irritation and stinging in the eyes after administration. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. Seek emergency medical help if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty breathing. Contact lenses should not be worn while you are using this medicine or while you have a bacterial eye infection.

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

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.

Alektra 20% Eye Drop is an antibiotic that stops the growth of bacteria in the eye. It does so by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by these bacteria to carry out vital functions. This treats your eye infection.

If you miss a dose of Alektra 20% Eye Drop, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Your doctor has prescribed Alektra 20% Eye Drop to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.

Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated during treatment with this medicine. 

Discontinue Alektra 20% Eye Drop and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Q. What if I don’t get better after using Alektra 20% Eye Drop?

Inform your doctor if you don’t feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can I stop taking Alektra 20% Eye Drop when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Alektra 20% Eye Drop and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. How long does Alektra 20% Eye Drop takes to work?

Usually, Alektra 20% Eye Drop starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Alektra 20% Eye Drop is an antibiotic medicine. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching, or soreness caused due to eye infections. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stinging in the eyes

Eye irritation

Alcohol:

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alektra 20% Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Alektra 20% Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Alektra 20% Eye Drop alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney:

No interaction found/established

Liver:

No interaction found/established

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