Biocip Eye/Ear Drops

Composition Ciprofloxacin (0.3% w/v)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack packet of 10 ml Eye/Ear Drops
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Fluoroquinolone
Action Class Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones
Habbit Forming No
Manufacturer Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
Manufacturer address BIOCHEM PHARMA, LG 113 / A, Xth Central Mall, Mahavir Nagar, 90ft Road, Next to D Mart, Kandivali – West, Mumbai – 400067.

Biocip Eye/Ear Drops is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

It may cause application site irritation and burning sensation immediately following application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. While using for eye infections, it may cause short-term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines. Do not wear contact lenses while using the medicine.

Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections
Treatment of Bacterial infections

This medicine is for external use only.Take 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/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.

Biocip Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye/ear infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.

If you miss a dose of Biocip Eye/Ear Drops, take 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.

You have been prescribed Biocip Eye/Ear Drops for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye/ear.

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye/ear, to avoid contamination.

You should continue using the medicine for 48 hours after your symptoms have cleared up.

Talk to your doctor if your symptoms haven’t started to improve within two days of starting treatment, if they get worse during treatment or if you get another eye /ear infection.

Throw away any medicine left at the end of the course.

If using Biocip Eye/Ear Drops for eye:Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.Do not wear contact lenses, while using this medication.It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.

Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.

Do not wear contact lenses, while using this medication.

It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.

Q. Is Biocip Eye/Ear Drops safe?

Biocip Eye/Ear Drops is a relatively safe drug. However, it is not devoid of side effects and hence should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor in the appropriate dose, frequency, and duration as advised.

Q. Can I stop taking Biocip Eye/Ear Drops when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Biocip Eye/Ear Drops and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

In Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections

Biocip Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic medicine. It stops the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching, soreness or ear discharge caused due to eye/ear 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.

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Biocip Eye/Ear Drops is a versatile antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It kills and stops further growth of the bacteria causing the infection.This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.show moreshow less

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

Diarrhea

Nausea

Burning sensation

Application site irritation

Alcohol:

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Biocip Eye/Ear Drops 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:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Biocip Eye/Ear Drops is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.Baby should be closely monitored for development of fever, loss of appetite and diarrhea. In case, any of the above happens please inform your doctor immediately.

Driving:UNSAFE

Biocip Eye/Ear Drops may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:

No interaction found/established

Liver:

No interaction found/established

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