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N-Mycin5%

Rx
Dosage form:
Eye Drop
Pack size:
5ml drop

৳ 100/unit

Pack: ৳ 100

At a glance

Natamycin 5% Eye prep — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.

Description

Natamycin 5% Eye prep is an antifungal medication. It is used in the treatment of fungal infections of the eyes. It kills the fungi that cause eye infections and thus treats the infection. Natamycin 5% Eye prep is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. 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. This medicine is generally well tolerated but it may cause some eye irritation that usually subsides on its own in some time. Please consult your doctor if it does not get better or persists for a longer duration. Natamycin 5% Eye prep is an antifungal medication. It works by killing the fungi that cause eye infections by destroying their cell membrane.

Indications

• Fungal infections of eye

Mechanism of action

Natamycin is a polyene antifungal antibiotic which acts by increasing cell membrane permeability in susceptible fungi. It is active against a variety of yeast and filamentous fungi.

Dosage

Adult Dose: Ophthalmic For fungal keratitis: The preferred initial dosage is 1 drop instilled in the conjuntival sac (s) at 1-2 hours interval. The frequency of application can usually be reduced to 1 drop 6-8 times daily after the first 3-4 days. Therapy should generally be continued for 14 to 21 days or until there is resolution of active fungal keratitis. In many cases, it may be helpful to reduce the dosage gradually at 4 to 7 days intervals to assure the replicating fungus has been eliminated. For fungal blepharitis & conjunctivitis: Less frequent initial dosage, 1 drop 4-6 times daily may be sufficient. Child Dose: Safety & efficacy not established

Administration

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.

Missed dose

If you miss a dose of Natamycin 5% Eye prep, please consult your doctor.

Side effects

Common: • Eye irritation

Precautions & warnings

[UNSAFE] Natamycin 5% Eye prep may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear. Natamycin 5% Eye prep should be used as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor. Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop. Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution. Remove contact lenses before using Natamycin 5% Eye prep and allow at least 15 minutes before re-inserting them. It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines. Consult your doctor if the symptoms get worse or do not get better within 2 weeks of treatment.

Contraindications

Natamycin sterile ophthalmic suspension is contraindicated in individuals with a known hypersensitivity to any of its components.

Drug interactions

Potentially Fatal: May increase spread of fungal eye infection when used w/ topical corticosteroid.

Food interactions

No interaction found/established

Use in pregnancy

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Natamycin 5% Eye prep may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Use in lactation

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Information regarding the use of Natamycin 5% Eye prep during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Renal / hepatic impairment

No interaction found/established No interaction found/established

Common questions

Swelling on right eye since morning. Eye drop zymer 2 drop both eye three time ( every 8 hour ) for 2-3 days In new born babys (11 days)left side eye tears and waste products r coming is there any problm Ur baby might have eye infection. You can try eye drop tobramycin 1 drop in affected eye 4 times a day for two days. My Eyes Are Getting Dry Very Fast While I Am Working Late In Front Of My Computer. I Had Lasik Surgery A Year Back. Can You Refer Me Some Good Eye Drops Eye drop optive three times The power of my eyes are in report. I checked up my eyes before 15 - 16 months. now suddenly water used to come from eyes. what should I do? use refresh tears eye drop Dryness of eyes is the main problem.Is it due to air-conditioning office ? Please suggest suitable medicine. Use refresh tears eye drop I have -5.5 number kindly suggest eye drop to down my number No eye drop will work Continuous Irritation in left eye corner since last 2 days. Use eye drop refresh tears four times a dayMeanwhile visit eye surgeon My eyes feel tired whenever I wake up and tend to sore with pain in the mornings Get ur eye examination by doc. . Use refresh tears eye drop three times also

⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.