Ceprolen 0.3% Drop

Ceprolen 0.3% Drop is an antibiotic that is a member of the quinolone family of medicines. It is effective in treating infections that are caused by bacteria. Ceprolen 0.3% Drop is used to treat patients with bacterial infections such as pneumonia, anthrax, syphilis, gonorrhea, bronchitis, gastroenteritis and plague. This antibiotic is also used to fight against infections of the throat, skin, ears, nose, sinus, bones, respiratory system and urinary tract.

Ceprolen 0.3% Drop inhibits the regular synthesis of bacterial DNA, obstructing the process of their cell division. Therefore, it destroys the existing bacteria that are causing the infection, and it inhibits the growth of new bacteria.

Do not take an extra pill to make up for a missed dose, if you forget to take a dose. Instead, just continue with the next dose. Ceprolen 0.3% Drop can cause a few common side effects like Nausea and Diarrhea, it is advisable to stop taking this medicine immediately and contact your doctor.

In some cases, patients having certain disorders, who take this antibiotic, are more susceptible to its side effects. Therefore, before starting a prescription of this medicine, you should consult the doctor if you are allergic to Ceprolen 0.3% Drop, blood disorders, conditions of the heart and low levels of magnesium in the blood. Children and pregnant women should exercise caution before taking this medication. Although this antibiotic does treat infections, it does not treat infections like influenza, cold and viral infections.

• Bacterial Infections

• Allergy

• Hypersensitivity

• Nausea

• Diarrhoea

• How long is the duration of effect?

  Ceprolen 0.3% Drop remains active in the body up to 24 hours after administration and is excreted in the urine.

• What is the onset of action?

  Ceprolen 0.3% Drop is rapidly absorbed from the Gastro-intestinal tract and reaches its peak levels after 2 to 2.5 hours of oral administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is extremely unsafe to be used during pregnancy. Studies carried out on humans and animals have shown significant adverse effects on the fetus. Doctor consultation is recommended in such cases.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  The medication should not be consumed by breastfeeding mothers as there is a higher risk of side-effects on the infant. You are suggested to consult your doctor to discuss the potential benefits and risks before taking this medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Ceprolen 0.3% Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Flocy 0.3% Drop

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Cfc 0.3% Drop

  Pharmtak Ophtalmics India Pvt Ltd

• Ciprocid 0.3% Drop

  Indchemie Health Specialities Pvt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact your doctor in case of an overdose.

Ceprolen 0.3% Drop belongs to the class fluoroquinolones. It works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial DNA gyrase enzyme, which is essential for DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination. This leads to expansion and destabilization of the bacterial DNA and causes cell death.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Nelfinavir

  Ceprolen 0.3% Drop is not recommended for use when the patient is already taking anti-viral medications like Nelfinavir or other drugs used in the management of HIV Infection.

  Digoxin

  Ceprolen 0.3% Drop should be used with caution if the patient is on Digoxin. Prior usage of any of these drugs should be informed to the Doctor. Any symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, disturbances in vision, and abnormalities in heartbeat should be reported immediately.

  Ketoconazole

  Usage of Ceprolen 0.3% Drop with Ketoconazole or other antifungals of the same group should be avoided. Inform the doctor about the usage of either of these medications so that safer alternatives can be prescribed.

  Warfarin

  Usage of Ceprolen 0.3% Drop with Warfarin should be strictly monitored by the Doctor. Suitable adjustment in dosage and monitoring of Prothrombin time is necessary to ensure safety. Any symptoms like unusual bleeding, swelling, vomiting, presence of blood in urine should be reported immediately.

  Methotrexate

  Ceprolen 0.3% Drop should not be used with Methotrexate. Use of either of the drugs should be reported to the Doctor so that safer substitute could be prescribed.

• Interaction with Disease

  Liver Disease

  Any incidence of liver disease should be reported to the Doctor. Suitable adjustment in dosage can be done based on the extent of the liver impairment.

  Osteoporosis

  Suitable adjustment in dosage and duration should be made for patients who are at risk for Osteoporosis related fracture. Established treatment guidelines should be strictly followed in such cases.

  Hypomagnesemia

  Any incidences of magnesium level imbalance should be reported to the Doctor. The imbalance could occur due to a disease or due to other medication used by the patient. Regular monitoring is recommended for patients taking Ceprolen 0.3% Drop.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.