Igcip-D Eye/Ear Drops
Igcip-D Eye/Ear Drops is a medicine used to treat eye infections with inflammation. It kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing bacteria. This way it relieves the inflammatory symptoms such as redness, itching, and swelling and speeds up the healing process.
Igcip-D Eye/Ear Drops
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Igcip-D Eye/Ear Drops is a medicine used to treat eye infections with inflammation. It kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing bacteria. This way it relieves the inflammatory symptoms such as redness, itching, and swelling and speeds up the healing process.
Igcip-D Eye/Ear Drops is a medicine used to treat eye infections with inflammation. It kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing bacteria. This way it relieves the inflammatory symptoms such as redness, itching, and swelling and speeds up the healing process.
Igcip-D Eye/Ear Drops 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.
Use of this medicine may cause irritation and discomfort immediately after instilling the eye drop. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.
Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.
03Uses
Treatment of Eye infection with inflammation
04How To Use
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 without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.
05How It Works
Igcip-D Eye/Ear Drops 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.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Igcip-D Ophthalmic Solution?
A: If you miss a dose of Igcip-D Eye/Ear Drops, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Eye infection with inflammation
Igcip-D Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of medicines, Ciprofloxacin and Dexamethasone. Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic that stops the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. Dexamethasone helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching, soreness, watery eyes 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.
08Side Effects
Eye discomfort
Corneal deposits
Ocular hyperemia
Taste change
Ear discomfort
Ear pain
09Safety Information
Alcohol:
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Igcip-D Eye/Ear Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Igcip-D Eye/Ear Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:UNSAFE
Igcip-D Eye/Ear Drops may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney:
No interaction found/established
Liver:
No interaction found/established
10Drug Tips
Igcip-D Eye/Ear Drops is used for the treatment of bacterial infection and inflammation of the eye.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
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.
It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
Do not 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.
References
Sources and references
ScienceDirect. Ciprofloxacin. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: View
ScienceDirect. Dexamethasone. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: View
PubChem. Ciprofloxacin. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: View
PubChem. Dexamethasone. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: View
CiplaMed. Ciprofloxacin + Dexamethasone sodium [Prescribing Information]. [Accessed 16 Sep. 2024] (online) Available from: View
