Deflox Eye Drop, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. The alternative uses of Deflox Eye Drop have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Deflox Eye Drop depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Deflox Eye Drop also has some side effects, the most common being Eye Pain, Eye itching, Eye Inflammation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Deflox Eye Drop as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Deflox Eye Drop normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Deflox Eye Drop is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Deflox Eye Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Deflox Eye Drop is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Deflox Eye Drop may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Deflox Eye Drop is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Deflox Eye Drop is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Deflox Eye Drop is used -
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Deflox Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
Deflox can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Deflox Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Deflox is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Deflox Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Deflox on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Deflox will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Deflox Eye Drop on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Deflox on the liver, information on safety of Deflox for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Deflox Eye Drop on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Deflox on the heart, information on safety of Deflox for the heart is unavailable.
Deflox Eye Drop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Deflox Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Deflox Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Deflox Eye Drop has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Deflox Eye Drop does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Deflox Eye Drop should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Deflox Eye Drop in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Deflox Eye Drop
It is safe to take Deflox Eye Drop with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Deflox Eye Drop
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Deflox Eye Drop and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Deflox is not recommended as the first-line of a drug for treating a sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it. Keep your doctor informed.
Yes, Deflox is safe to use, if taken in prescribed quantity and duration. However, few known side effects are observed such as dizziness, fainting, swelling, tenderness, joint problems. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Deflox is a brand name for ciprofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infections.
Deflox should not be taken together. Harmful drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Please let your doctor know that you are on warfarin if he/she has prescribed Deflox to you.
Yes, Deflox can be taken with omeprazole, no harmful interaction have been observed between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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