Endocin Eye/Ear Drops

Endocin Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic instilled in the eye/ear to treat bacterial infections of the eye/ear. Additionally, it also helps to prevent an infection after an eye/ear injury or surgery.

Endocin Eye/Ear Drops fights the infection by stopping the growth of bacteria. This helps to resolve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. Follow your doctor’s instructions precisely for administering this medicine in the eye/ear. Wait for at least 5 minutes before applying any other medication to the same area. 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 a broad-spectrum type of antibiotic effective in killing many types of bacteria. However, it will not work for other types of eye/ear 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 with this medicine include temporary eye/ear irritation after application. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration or if your condition worsens.

Bacterial eye / ear 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.

Endocin Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the eye/ear by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This relieves discomfort, itching and irritation.

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Endocin Eye/Ear Drops is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye/ear.

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.

Don’t use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if your condition hasn’t improved after seven days of treatment.

Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Q. Is Endocin Eye/Ear Drops effective?

Endocin Eye/Ear Drops is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Endocin Eye/Ear Drops too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. I feel better now, can I stop using Endocin Eye/Ear Drops?

No, you should not stop using Endocin Eye/Ear Drops suddenly without talking to your doctor. This is because your symptoms may worsen and your infection may return. You may experience improvement in your symptoms before the infection is completely cleared. Therefore, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration to ensure better results. Stopping the medication too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence prevent complete healing.

Q. What should I do if I forget to use Endocin Eye/Ear Drops?

If you forget to use Endocin Eye/Ear Drops, do not worry and continue using Endocin Eye/Ear Drops as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.

Q. In which conditions is the use of Endocin Eye/Ear Drops avoided?

Use of Endocin Eye/Ear Drops should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Endocin Eye/Ear Drops or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Endocin Eye/Ear Drops for the first time, consult your doctor.

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Endocin Eye/Ear Drops?

Keep Endocin Eye/Ear Drops in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.

In Bacterial eye / ear infections

Endocin Eye/Ear Drops 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, 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.

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

Application site irritation

Alcohol:

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Endocin Eye/Ear Drops is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Endocin Eye/Ear Drops is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving:UNSAFE

Endocin 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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