Normax 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops

Norfloxacin (0.3%)

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Normax 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial eye/ear infections. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

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General Information

Contains

Norfloxacin (0.3%)

Marketer

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

Storage

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

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Product introduction

Normax 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. 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. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

It may cause application site 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. While using for eye infections, 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.

Uses of Normax Eye/Ear Drops

Bacterial eye/ear infections

Benefits of Normax Eye/Ear Drops

Bacterial eye/ear infections
Normax 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic medicine. It stops the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching, soreness or ear discharge caused due to eye/ear infections.
The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Normax Eye/Ear Drops

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 Normax

Burning sensation
Stinging sensation

How to use Normax 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.

How Normax Eye/Ear Drops works

Normax 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye/ear infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Normax 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye/ear.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye/ear, to avoid contamination.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye/ear 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 bottle.
Your doctor has prescribed Normax 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Discontinue Normax 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Normax 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Normax 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Normax 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 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

Interaction with drugs

Taking Normax with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Mild

Tamoxifen (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Mild

Nitrofurantoin (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.Doctor may monitor your blood sugar level. Nitrofurantoin may fasten the elimination of Norfloxacin leading to reduced efficacy.

Mild

Pyridostigmine (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Norfloxacin may reduce efficacy of Pyridostigmine.

Frequently asked questions

Can I stop taking Normax 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Normax 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Quinoline carboxylic acids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Bacterial DNA Replication Inhibitors- Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1003-1006.
ScienceDirect. Norfloxacin. [Accessed 01 Apr.] (online) Available from:
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Marketer details

Name: Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Address: 142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Normax Eye/Ear Drops

Benefits of Normax Eye/Ear Drops

Side effects of Normax Eye/Ear Drops

How to use Normax Eye/Ear Drops

How Normax Eye/Ear Drops works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Tamoxifen (Oral Route)

Nitrofurantoin (Oral Route)

Pyridostigmine (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Can I stop taking Normax 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops when I feel better?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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