Product introduction
Azithral Eye Drop is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes. It is a broad-spectrum type of antibiotic effective in killing many types of bacteria in adults as well as children.
Azithral Eye Drop should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include temporary eye irritation and burning sensation after administration. Some people may also complain of blurred vision, eye itching, or a feeling that something is there in the eyes. However, these usually resolve and are not bothersome. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. Contact lenses should not be worn while you are using this medicine or while you have a bacterial eye infection.
Uses of Azithral Eye Drop
- Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Benefits of Azithral Eye Drop
In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Azithral Eye Drop is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat eye infections caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Use it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.
Side effects of Azithral 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 Azithral
- Burning eyes
How to use Azithral 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 Azithral Eye Drop works
Azithral Eye Drop is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Azithral Eye Drop is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
It should be wiped off thoroughly prior to nursing if it is being applied to the breast or nipple area.
It should be wiped off thoroughly prior to nursing if it is being applied to the breast or nipple area.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Azithral Eye Drop alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Azithral Eye Drop?
If you miss a dose of Azithral Eye Drop, use 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.
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Quick tips
- Wash your hands before and after using Azithral Eye Drop to avoid spreading infection.
- Tilt your head back, pull down your lower eyelid, and apply only the prescribed amount without touching the tip of Azithral Eye Drop to your eye.
- Keep your eyes closed for a minute after applying to let the medicine absorb properly.
- Do not wear contact lenses while using this medicine unless your doctor says it is okay.
- Store the medicine as instructed and discard it after the recommended duration, even if some is left or not expired.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aminoglycosides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Macrolides
Interaction with drugs
Taking Azithral with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Your doctor may monitor ECG (Electrocardiogram).
Concurrent use may increase the risk of disturbance in the heart rhythm.
User feedback
Patients taking Azithral Eye Drop
Twice A Day
39%
Thrice A Day
37%
Once A Day
18%
Four Times A *
5%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Azithral Eye Drop for?
Bacterial inf*
100%
*Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
83%
Average
17%
What were the side-effects while using Azithral Eye Drop?
No Side Effec*
50%
Nausea
50%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Azithral Eye Drop?
With or witho*
50%
With food
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Azithral Eye Drop on price
Average
100%
FAQs
Is Azithral Eye Drop safe?
Azithral Eye Drop is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
How should Azithral Eye Drop be used?
The use of Azithral Eye Drop should be restricted to the eyes only. Always use Azithral Eye Drop as advised by your doctor. Check with your doctor if you are not sure. Wash your hands before applying this medicine into the affected eye. Take care not to touch the eye or eyelids with the dropper tip of the container.
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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
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Marketer details
Name: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Alembic Road, Vadodara - 390 003, Gujarat,INDIA
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2027
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Azithral Eye Drop. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2027
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Azithral Eye Drop. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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