Zocon Eye Drop
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | FDC Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Fluconazole (0.3% w/v) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Azole derivatives {Imidazoles} |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
Action Class | Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor |
User Rating | 4.8 |
User Reviews | 656 |
FAQ
Zocon Eye Drop Reviews
Zocon is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. 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. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. If you miss a dose, 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. Do not use more than you need, it will not clear your condition faster and may only increase the side effects. Do not use it for longer than your doctor has told you to and let him or her know if your condition does not improve after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment.
It may cause irritation and burning sensation 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. Do not wear contact lenses while using it. Do not use the open bottle for more than 4 weeks.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine that contains a steroid or had an allergic reaction to another antifungal medicine. This medicine should only be used if it is clearly needed if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ask your doctor if it is safe.
How Zocon Eye Drop Works
How to Use Zocon Eye Drop
Benefits of Zocon Eye Drop
- In Treatment of Fungal infections: Zocon is an antifungal medicine. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi that causes the infection. It helps treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body.The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
- In Fungal infections of eye: Zocon is an antifungal medicine. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungus that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching, or soreness caused due to eye infections.The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. 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 Zocon Eye Drop
- Treatment of Fungal infections
- Fungal infections of eye
Zocon Eye Drop Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
- Your doctor has prescribed Zocon to treat fungal infections of the eye.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
References
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- Sheppard D, Lampiris HW. Antifungal Agents. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 840-41.