Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops
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Product introduction
Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops is a medicine used in the treatment of bacterial infections in the eye or ear. It provides relief from itching, irritation, redness, and teary eyes. It also draws out water from the swollen cornea and speeds up the recovery process.
Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops is to be used only in the affected eye. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Do not use too much or too little. Use it in the exact dose as prescribed by the doctor or as instructed in the label.
Use of this medicine may cause discomfort, irritation, and burning sensation immediately on instillation. 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.
Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops is to be used only in the affected eye. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Do not use too much or too little. Use it in the exact dose as prescribed by the doctor or as instructed in the label.
Use of this medicine may cause discomfort, irritation, and burning sensation immediately on instillation. 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.
Uses of Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops
- Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections
Benefits of Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops
In Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections
Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat infections in the eye or ear caused by bacteria. It stops the growth and multiplication of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation in the eyes or ear. It also gives relief from teary or watery eyes. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning. Apply Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops atleast 2-3 times in a day or as prescribed by the doctor.
Side effects of Zincoren 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 Zincoren
- Eye discomfort
- Eye irritation
- Burning sensation in eye
- Blurred vision
How to use Zincoren 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 Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops works
Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of four medicines: Boric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Sulphacetamide and Zinc Sulfate. Boric Acid and Zinc Sulfate are antiseptics which treat bacterial infection in the eyes and relieve irritation. Sodium Chloride works by preventing the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication. Sulphacetamide is a purified salt solution which works by drawing out water from the swollen cornea.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops?
If you miss a dose of Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops to cure your eye/ear infection and improve your symptoms.
- It should usually be used twice a day (in the morning and the evening). If your symptoms are particularly severe, your doctor may suggest you use them up to four times a day.
- Wash your hands first before applying Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops. To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye/ear or any other surface.
- Do not use the medicine for a longer time without doctor consultation.
- Make sure not to use the open bottle for more than 4 weeks.
- Use Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops twice a day (in the morning and evening). If your symptoms are particularly severe, your doctor may suggest that you use this medicine up to four times a day.
- To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface. If it does, squeeze out two or three drops straightaway on to some tissue and rinse the tip with saltwater.
- Along with using Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops, give warm compress to your eyes/ears to get relief from itching and other discomfort.
- Take care as not to spread the infection from one eye/ear to another and to other members of your family. Washing your hands regularly (particularly after touching your eyes/ears) and not sharing towels or pillows will help prevent the infection from spreading.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops
Twice A Day
41%
Once A Day
30%
Thrice A Day
19%
Four Times A *
11%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops for?
Others
71%
Bacterial inf*
14%
Bacterial eye*
14%
*Bacterial infections, Bacterial eye / ear infections
How much was the improvement?
Average
53%
Excellent
27%
Poor
20%
What were the side-effects while using Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops?
No Side Effec*
67%
Burning sensa*
33%
*No Side Effect, Burning sensation in eye
How do you take Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops?
With or witho*
67%
With food
33%
*With or without food
Please rate Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops on price
Not Expensive
53%
Average
27%
Expensive
20%
FAQs
What if I don't get better after using Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
How long does Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops takes to work?
Usually, Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops starts working soon after applying it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
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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
- Henderer JD, Rapuano CJ. Ocular Pharmacology. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1707-1737.
Marketer details
Name: Indoco Remedies Ltd
Address: Indoco House, 166 CST Road, Santacruz (E), Mumbai 400 098, INDIA
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: September, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops. 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: September, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops. 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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