Description
| Medicine | |
| Alchohol Interaction | No interaction found |
| Pregnancy Interaction | Zylopred Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor. |
| Lactation Interaction | Zylopred Eye Drop is probably safe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.To reduce the amount of Zylopred Eye Drop that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue. |
| Common Side Effect | Eye irritation, Eye discomfort. |
| How to Use | 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. |
| Driving | Zylopred Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear. |
| Kidney | Zylopred Eye Drop is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zylopred Eye Drop may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | Zylopred Eye Drop is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zylopred Eye Drop may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. |
| Mechanism of action | Zylopred Eye Drop is a combination of three medicines: Gatifloxacin Topical and Loteprednol which treat eye infections. Gatifloxacin Topical is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. This treats your infection. Loteprednol is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy. |
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