Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops
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Product introduction
Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops is a medicine used to treat eye/ear bacterial infections and eye infections with inflammation. It kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing bacteria. This way it relieves the symptoms and speeds up the healing process.
Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops is to be used only in the affected eye. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Use it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor or as instructed in the label. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Complete your dose even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may bring back the infection.
Use of this medicine may cause irritation and discomfort immediately after instilling the eye drop. 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 Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops
- Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections
- Treatment of Eye infection with inflammation
Benefits of Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops
In Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections
Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat infections in the eye or ear caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation in the eyes or ear. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
In Treatment of Eye infection with inflammation
Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of medicines, Ciprofloxacin and Dexamethasone. Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic that stops the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. Dexamethasone helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching, soreness, watery eyes or ear discharge caused due to eye/ear infections.
The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Castor-D 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 Castor-D
- Eye discomfort
- Corneal deposits
- Ocular hyperemia
- Taste change
- Ear discomfort
- Ear pain
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Castor-D 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 Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops works
Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of two medicines: Ciprofloxacin and Dexamethasone. Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria in the eye/ear by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. This treats your infection. Dexamethasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye/ear red swollen and itchy.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Castor-D 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 Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops?
If you miss a dose of Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat bacterial infections and inflammation of the eye/ear.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Do not touch the tip to any surface to avoid contamination.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication to avoid dilution.
- Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if your condition hasn't improved after seven days of treatment.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
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FAQs
How long does Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops takes to work?
Usually, Castor-D 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.
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Castor-D Eye/Ear Drops?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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- MedlinePlus. Ciprofloxacin+Dexamethasone. [Accessed 18 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Mayo Clinic. Ciprofloxacin and Dexamethasone. [Accessed 18 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- CiplaMed. Ciprofloxacin + Dexamethasone sodium [Prescribing Information]. [Accessed 16 Sep. 2024] (online) Available from:
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Name: Leeford Healthcare Ltd
Address: Leeford Healthcare Limited , Leo House, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, Dugri-Dhandra Road, Near Joseph School , Ludhiana-141116
Country of origin: India
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