AZ Ophthalmic Solution (Azithromycin)

Therapeutic Group : Antibiotic

Presentation:

AZ Sterile Ophthalmic Solution: Each ml contains Azithromycin Dihydrate USP equivalent to Azithromycin 10 mg.

Indications:

AZ Sterile Ophthalmic Solution is indicated for the treatment of infections in the anterior segment of the eye.

Dosage & Administration:

Instill 1 drop in the affected eye(s) twice daily for the first two days and then instill 1 drop in the affected eye(s) once daily for the next five days.

Contrainidications:

Hypersensitivity to any component of the preparation.

Warning & Precautions:

AZ Sterile Ophthalmic Solution is indicated for topical ophthalmic use only and should not be administered systemically, injected subconjunctivally or introduced directly into the anterior chamber of the eye.

Side effects:

Eye irritation, contact dermatitis, corneal erosion, dry eye, punctate keratitis etc.

Use in special groups:

Use in pregnancy:
There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.Thus it should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.
Use in lactation:
It is not known whether Azithromycin is excreted in human milk. Caution should be exercised when Azithromycin ophthalmic solution is administered during lactation.

Packing:

AZ Sterile Ophthalmic Solution: Each plastic dropper bottle contains 2.5 ml sterile ophthalmic solution.