Cifbax-B Eye/Ear Drops

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Scott Edil Pharmacia Ltd
Active Ingredient	Ciprofloxacin (0.3% w/v) + Betamethasone (0.01% w/v) + Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate (0.002% w/v)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS
User Rating	4.7
User Reviews	618

FAQ

What if you forget to take Cifbax-B Eye/Ear?

If you miss a dose of Cifbax-B Eye/Ear, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Cifbax-B Eye/Ear Drops Reviews

Cifbax-B Eye/Ear is a medicine used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes or ear. It kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing bacteria. This way it relieves the symptoms and speeds up the healing process.

Cifbax-B Eye/Ear is to be used only in the affected eye or ear. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Use it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor or as instructed in the label. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Complete your dose even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may bring back the infection.

Use of this medicine may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.

Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

How Cifbax-B Eye/Ear Drops Works

Cifbax-B Eye/Ear is a combination of two medicines: Ciprofloxacin and Betamethasone. Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. Betamethasone is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.

How to Use Cifbax-B Eye/Ear Drops

This medicine is for external use only.Take 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/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.

Benefits of Cifbax-B Eye/Ear Drops

In Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections: Cifbax-B Eye/Ear is used to treat infections in the eye or ear caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching, or irritation in the eyes or ear. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Uses of Cifbax-B Eye/Ear Drops

Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections

Cifbax-B Eye/Ear Drops Side Effects

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Cifbax-B Eye/Ear during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Cifbax-B Eye/Ear may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Cifbax-B Eye/Ear during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Do not wear contact lenses while using this medication.
It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Talk to your doctor if your symptoms haven't started to improve within two days of starting treatment, if they get worse during treatment or if you get another eye /ear infection.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye/ear, to avoid contamination.
Your doctor has prescribed Cifbax-B Eye/Ear to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
If using Cifbax-B Eye/Ear for the eye:Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.Do not wear contact lenses while using this medication.It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.