Zoxan Ointment

Zoxan Ointment

Zoxan Ointment is an antibiotic that is used in the treatment of eye infection (conjunctivitis) caused by certain types of bacteria. Zoxan Ointment medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 2 years of age.

Zoxan Ointment is an antibiotic that is a member of the quinolone family of medicines. It is effective in treating infections that are caused by bacteria. Zoxan Ointment is used to treat patients with bacterial infections such as pneumonia, anthrax, syphilis, gonorrhea, bronchitis, gastroenteritis and plague. Zoxan Ointment antibiotic is also used to fight against infections of the throat, skin, ears, nose, sinus, bones, respiratory system and urinary tract.

Drug = Ciprofloxacin

Strength = 0.3%

Manufacture = FDC Ltd

How to take

Take Zoxan Ointment 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 Zoxan Ointment. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.                       

Dosage

Zoxan Ointment

Zoxan Eye Drop

Zoxan-D Eye Drop

Side effects

Blurred vision

Eye pain

Redness of the eye

Eye discomfort

Burning or itching of eyes

Dry eye

Swelling of the eye lid

Warning

Pregnancy – Zoxan Ointment medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering Zoxan Ointmentmedicine.

Breast-feeding – Zoxan Ointment medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering it medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.

Drug-resistance – Usage of Zoxan Ointment medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing benefits and may even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug resistant.

Uses

Zoxan Ointment medicine is used in the treatment of conjunctivitis, which is an inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva, caused by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilusinfluenzae, Staphylococcus epidermis, etc.