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Diflumox Eye Drop
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Diflumox Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines used to treat bacterial eye infections. It kills and stops the multiplication of bacteria. This way it helps in relieving redness, itching, and swelling caused by the infection.
Diflumox Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Diflumox Eye Drop1 and Diflumox Eye Drop2.
Diflumox Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Diflumox Eye Drop1 and Diflumox Eye Drop2.
Uses of Diflumox Eye Drop
- Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Benefits of Diflumox Eye Drop
In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Diflumox Eye Drop is used to treat bacterial infection of the eyes such as conjunctivitis or pink eye. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation in the eyes. Use it 2-3 times a day for atleast a week or as prescribed by the doctor. Your symptoms might improve after using Diflumox Eye Drop. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Diflumox Eye Drop
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Diflumox
- Eye irritation
- Eye discomfort
- Blurred vision
How to use Diflumox Eye Drop
This medicine is for external use only. Use 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 the extra liquid.
How Diflumox Eye Drop works
Diflumox Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Moxifloxacin and Difluprednate. Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic that prevents bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. This treats your eye infection. Difluprednate is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Diflumox Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Diflumox Eye Drop should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Diflumox Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Diflumox Eye Drop?
If you miss a dose of Diflumox Eye Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Diflumox Eye Drop is used for the treatment of bacterial infection and inflammation of the eye.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Do not touch the tip to any surface to avoid contamination.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication to avoid dilution.
- It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
- Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
- Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if your condition hasn't improved after seven days of treatment.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Patient concerns
FAQs
How long does Diflumox Eye Drop takes to work?
Usually, Diflumox Eye Drop starts working soon after applying it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Can I stop taking Diflumox Eye Drop when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Diflumox Eye Drop and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Can I stop using Diflumox Eye Drop when I feel better?
No, do not stop using Diflumox Eye Drop and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Moxifloxacin hydrochloride ophthalmic solution. Worth, Texas: Alcon Laboratories, Inc.; 2003. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- FDA Approved Prescribig Information. Difluprednate; 2008. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Moxifloxacin hydrochloride. Camberley Surrey: Novartis Pharmaceuticals; 2009 [revised 19 Sep. 2018]. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Mayo Clinic. Difluprednate (Ophthalmic Route). [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Address: Ajanta House, Charkop, Kandivli West, Mumbai 400 067, India
Country of origin: India
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