This medication is a combination of antibiotics used to
treat or prevent eye or ear infections.
For best results, use this medication exactly as
directed. This medication is used as directed by your doctor, usually 2 to
4 times daily. It is important to use this drug at evenly spaced
intervals.
Continue to use this medication for the full time
prescribed, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the
medication too early may result in a return of the
infection.
Tell your doctor if your condition does not get better
in several days.
EYE: To apply eye drops, wash your hands first. To avoid
contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any
other surface.
If you are wearing contact lenses, remove them before
using the eye drops. Tilt your head back, look upward, and pull down the
lower eyelid to make a pouch. Place the dropper directly over the eye and
apply the prescribed number of drops. Look downward and gently close your
eye for 1 to 2 minutes. Place one finger at the inside corner of your eye
near your nose and apply gentle pressure. This will prevent the medication
from draining away. Try not to blink and do not rub the eye. Do not rinse
the dropper. Replace the cap tightly after use.
If you are also using other eye drops, wait at least 5
minutes before applying other medications.
Wait several minutes for your vision to clear before
driving or operating machinery.
EAR: To apply ear drops, wash your hands first. To avoid
contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your ear or any
other surface. Lie on your side or tilt the affected ear upward. Place the
dropper directly over the ear and use the prescribed number of
drops.
To roll drops into the ear, pull the ear lobe up and
back for adults, and down and back for children.
Keep the head tilted for about 2 minutes or insert a
soft cotton plug if directed by your doctor. Do not rinse the dropper.
Replace the cap tightly after use.
Redness, burning, stinging, or itching of the eye or
ear, or blurred vision may occur for a few minutes after applying the
drops. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or
pharmacist promptly.
Remember that this medication has been prescribed
because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the
risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious
side effects.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a
serious allergic reaction, including:
- rash
- severe itching/swelling (especially of the
face/tongue/throat)
- dizziness
- trouble breathing
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If
you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at
www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about
side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at
1-866-234-2345.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or
pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies.
This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic
reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more
details.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or
pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
- other eye or ear problems
After you apply this drug, your vision may become
temporarily blurred. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs
clear vision until you can do it safely.
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only
when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your
doctor.
It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
Drug interactions may change how your medications work
or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not
contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you
use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and
share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the
dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. If someone
has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble
breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US
residents can call 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call
1-844-764-7669.
Do not share this medication with others.
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If
it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Use your next
dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch
up.
Store at room temperature. Once the bottle is opened,
this medication expires after 30 days. Keep all medications away from
children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them
into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when
it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste
disposal company.