Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolonic antibiotic used to treat eye infections that cause corneal ulcers or conjunctivitis, for example.
Ciprofloxacin can be purchased from conventional pharmacies under the trade name Ciloxan, in the form of eye drops or ophthalmic ointment.
- The price of ophthalmic ciprofloxacin is about 25 reais.
- But may vary depending on the form of presentation and the amount of product.
Ophthalmic ciprofloxacin is indicated for infections such as corneal ulcer or conjunctivitis.
The use of ophthalmic ciprofloxacin varies depending on the form of presentation and the problem to be treated, and general guidelines include:
The main side effects of ophthalmic ciprofloxacin include burning or discomfort in the eye, as well as foreign body sensation in the eye, itching, bitter taste in the mouth, swelling of the eyelids, watery eyes, sensitivity to light, nausea and decreased vision.
Ophthalmic ciprofloxacin is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin, other quinolones or any component of the formula.