By What is Sofracort used for?
This medication contains a combination of an antibiotic and a topical anti-inflammatory drug from the cortisone family (corticosteroid). Typically, it is used to treat an eye infection with inflammation.
How do you use Sofracort ear drops?
Ear drops: The usual dose is 2 or 3 drops instilled in the ear canal 3 or 4 times daily. Instill the drops by tilting your head to one side and letting the drops fall into the ear canal from above. Do not touch your ear with the dropper.
What is Framycetin sulfate?
Framycetin sulfate is a bactericidal antibiotic. It is active against a wide variety of both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria commonly found in superficial eye infections: staphylococci (including strains resistant to other antibiotics), Pseudomonas aeruginosa, coliforms and pneumococci.
How long does Sofradex last?
Discard 4 weeks after opening.
What class of antibiotic is gramicidin?
A group of peptide antibiotics from BACILLUS brevis. Gramicidin C or S is a cyclic, ten-amino acid polypeptide and gramicidins A, B, D are linear. Gramicidin is one of the two principal components of TYROTHRICIN.
What is the composition of Sofradex cream?
Product Specification
| Drug Name | Framycetin,Dexamethasone |
|---|---|
| Packaging Size | 20 g |
| Packaging Type | cream |
| Active Ingredient | Framycetin,Dexamethasone |
| Composition | Framycetin,Dexamethasone |
What does Ciprodex do for ears?
This medication contains a combination of ciprofloxacin (a quinolone-type antibiotic) and dexamethasone (an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid). This ear drop works by stopping the growth of bacteria and reducing ear swelling and discomfort. This medication treats only bacterial ear infections.
Does Soframycin heal wounds?
Soframycin Uses: It works well for infected cuts, wounds, and minor burns. This medication inhibits the growth of bacteria, which aids in the resolution of your symptoms and the cure of the underlying infection. The cream should be used only on the skin.
CAN expired ear drops hurt you?
If the drops have expired, throw them away. Don’t use expired ear drops, as they can be contaminated and cause infection.
Can ear drops make it worse?
The ear drops can make the symptoms of excessive ear wax worse, including some discomfort, irritation or pain, loss of hearing, dizziness and tinnitus (ringing sound in the ear). Very rarely, an unpleasant taste has been reported. Stop using the ear drops immediately if this happens and tell your doctor.
Why has gramicidin been approved only for topical use?
Gramicidin is particularly effective against gram-positive bacteria. Because the drug is highly hemolytic, it cannot be administered internally and so is used only on the skin as a lotion or ointment.
What are the ingredients in sofracort sterile drops?
Each mL of sterile drops contains 5 mg of framycetin sulfate BP, 0.05 mg of gramicidin, and 0.5 mg of dexamethasone. Nonmedicinal ingredients: citric acid monohydrate, hydrochloric acid, industrial methylated spirit (IMS 66OP), lithium chloride, polysorbate 80, sodium citrate, sodium hydroxide, 2-phenyl ethanol, and water for injection.
What are the side effects of sofracort in the eye?
Symptoms of such an allergy may include itching, rash, redness, or irritation that was not present before beginning the use of this medication. Eye conditions: Extended use of this medication in the eye may increase eye pressure for some people. People taking this medication for an extended period should have their eye pressure checked regularly.
How does sofracort work for an ear infection?
The anti-inflammatory helps to reduce swelling and inflammation in the eye or ear. For the ear, this medication is used to treat otitis externa (external ear infection) and other inflammatory conditions of the ear.
How often should I take sofracort ear drops?
Ear drops: The usual dose is 2 or 3 drops instilled in the ear canal 3 or 4 times daily. Instill the drops by tilting your head to one side and letting the drops fall into the ear canal from above. Do not touch your ear with the dropper.