Enox 0.30% Eye Drop (5ml)

Manufacturer: Deys Medical

Salt Composition : Norfloxacin(0.003)

Prescription
Prescription Required: Consult the Doctor & Get Your ePrescription

₹9.78

Packet of 5ml Eye Drop

(Inclusive of all taxes)


Enox 0.30% Eye Drop 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. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

It may cause burning sensation and eye discomfort, immediately following application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines. Do not wear contact lenses while using it.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Norflox Eye/Ear Drops 5ml contains Norfloxacin, which works by inhibiting DNA-gyrase, an essential enzyme involved in DNA replication. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats bacterial eye/ear infections. In some cases, Norflox Eye/Ear Drops 5ml may cause side effects, such as discomfort and local burning sensation.


Pharmacokinets

Pharmacokinetics. "Absorption of norfloxacin is rapid following single doses of 200 mg, 400 mg and 800 mg. At the respective doses, mean peak serum and plasma concentrations of 0.8, 1.5 and 2.4 μg/mL are attained approximately one hour after dosing.

Side Effects

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 Enox

Burning sensation in eye

Eye discomfort

Contra Indications

NORFLOX Eye/Ear Drops and NORFLOX Eye Ointment are contraindicated in patients with history of hypersensitivity to norfloxacin or other members of quinolone group of antibacterial agents or any of the components of this medication.

Pregnancy Related Information

Enox 0.30% Eye Drop 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.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

No interaction found/established


Breast Feeding Related Information

Enox 0.30% Eye Drop is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.


Indications

Norflox Eye/Ear Drops 5ml belongs to a group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat bacterial eye and ear infections. An ear infection occurs when the bacteria affect the middle or outer ear, leading to pain and inflammation.

Interactions

Norfloxacin should be taken at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal, milk, or other dairy products. If you are taking aluminum or magnesium-containing antacids, iron supplements, multivitamins, Didanosine (Videx®), sucralfate (Carafate®), or zinc, do not take them at the same time that you take this medicine.

Typical Dosage

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. 

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Enox 0.30% Eye Drop, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.


Expert Advice

You have been prescribed Enox 0.30% Eye Drop for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.

Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.

Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye 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.

Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the medication.


How To Use

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.


FAQs

Q. Can I stop taking Enox 0.30% Eye Drop when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Enox 0.30% Eye Drop and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.