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Flocy 0.3% Drop

Manufacturer :  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Ciprofloxacin
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Flocy 0.3% Drop

Flocy 0.3% Drop is a medication which performs its action by obstructing the production of specific chemical messengers that make the eye red, swollen and itchy. This medication is for external use only. Take it in the portion and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the mark and leaflet present inside the box/pack for bearings before use. Hold the dropper near the eye without contacting it.

Flocy 0.3% Drop is an antibiotic medication which is used to treat a variety of eye and ear infections such as conjunctivitis, corneal ulcers, swimmer's ears, etc. caused by certain types of bacteria. This medication is not advised for use in patients less than 1 year of age.

This medication has some common adverse effects which can be extraordinary or extreme, relies on the clinical state of the patient. These responses could possibly happen reliably and some of them are remarkable anyway genuine. This is genuinely not an all-out once-over and if you experience any of the below-mentioned infection, contact your specialist immediately. Here are some antagonistic impacts of Flocy 0.3% Drop which is as per the following: Blurred vision, Eye pain, Redness of the eye, Eye discomfort, Burning or itching of eyes, Dry eye, Swelling of the eyelid, Fever, Headache, Ear pain, and Ear discomfort.

    What are the uses of Flocy 0.3% Drop

    • Bacterial Conjunctivitis

    What are the contraindications of Flocy 0.3% Drop ?

    What are the side effects of Flocy 0.3% Drop ?

    • Blurred Vision

    • Headache

    • Eye Discomfort

    • Eye Pain

    • Burning Sensation In Eye

    • Dry Eyes

    Key highlights of Flocy 0.3% Drop

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      Flocy 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?

      Flocy 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?

      Flocy 0.3% Drop is considered safe for consumption by pregnant women. But there is a lack of conclusive evidence and hence, it must be used only when necessary after consulting a Doctor. Potential benefits and risks involved should be considered before taking the drug.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies were reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Flocy 0.3% Drop is not expected to cause any adverse effects on the breastfed baby. However, a Doctor must be consulted before taking the drug.

    What are the substitutes for Flocy 0.3% Drop ?

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

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • 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.

    How does this medication work?

    Flocy 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.

      What are the interactions of Flocy 0.3% Drop ?

      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

        Flocy 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

        Flocy 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 Flocy 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 Flocy 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

        Flocy 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 Flocy 0.3% Drop.
      • Interaction with Food

        Food

        Information not available.
      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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