Ciprofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution 0.3 percent 5 ml

Ciprofloxacin 0.3% Ophthalmic Solution is a sterile topical antibiotic solution for the treatment of corneal ulcers, conjunctivitis, blepharitis, keratitis, and other susceptible bacterial infections of the eye in cats, dogs, and horses. The active ingredient, Ciprofloxacin, is a fluoroquinolone antibacterial that is active against a broad spectrum of gram-positive and gram-negative ocular pathogens.

Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution 0.3% is used to treat conjunctivitis as well as many other susceptible bacterial infections of the eye, including gram-positive and gram-negative pathogens that cause eye infection. It works by stopping bacteria from making DNA. This kills the bacteria and stops the infection.

For:

Dogs, Cats and Horses

Dosage:

Use according to your veterinarian's instructions.

For Corneal Ulcers:

The usual recommended dosage for corneal ulcers is two (2) drops into the affected eye every 15 minutes for the first six hours and then two (2) drops into the affected eye every 30 minutes for the remainder of the first day. On the second day, instill two drops in the affected eye hourly. On the third through the fourteenth days, place two drops in the affected eye every four hours. Treatment may be continued after 14 days if corneal re-epithelialization (wound healing) has not occurred.

For Bacterial Conjunctivitis:

The usual recommended dosage for bacterial conjunctivitis is 1-2 drops instilled into the conjunctival sac(s) every 2 hours while awake for two days and 1-2 drops every 4 hours while awake for the next 5 days.

Cautions:

Keep out of the reach of children and pets. Do not use in any pet with known hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin. Ciprofloxacin ophthalmic is for topical use in the eye only. Store in the refrigerator. To avoid contamination, do not touch the tip of the bottle to the eye or to any other surface. Keep the cap on the bottle when you are not using the solution. If you notice any changes in the appearance of your ophthalmic solution, such as the formation of precipitates or changes in coloring, do not use the medication.

Side Effects:

Possible side effects of Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution 0.3% include local burning or discomfort. Other less frequently occurring side effects include lid margin crusting, crystals/scales, foreign body sensation, itching, conjunctival hyperemia and a bad taste in the mouth following instillation.

Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution 0.3% requires a prescription from your veterinarian.