Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops is a prescription medicine used to treat infections of the eye or ear. It kills the bacteria and relieves redness and swelling in the affected area.
Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops is to be used only in the affected eye or ear in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
The most common side effects include irritation at the application site. If this side effect persists for a longer duration, 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.
Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops is to be used only in the affected eye or ear in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
The most common side effects include irritation at the application site. If this side effect persists for a longer duration, 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 Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops
- Bacterial eye / ear infections
Benefits of Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops
In Bacterial eye / ear infections
Ketromox 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.
Side effects of Ketromox 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 Ketromox
- Application site irritation
- Conjunctivitis
- Reduced visual acuity
- Dry eye
- Eye discomfort
- Ocular hyperemia
- Eye pain
- Eye twitching
- Subconjunctival hemorrhage
- Transient stinging
- Transient burning
- Allergic reaction
- Corneal edema
- Iritis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye)
- Eye inflammation
- Superficial keratitis
- Eye infection
- Fever
- Cough
- Infection
- Otitis media (infection of ear)
- Sore throat
- Rash
- Inflammation of the nose
- Taste change
How to use Ketromox 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 Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops works
Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of two medicines: Ketorolac and Moxifloxacin which treat eye/ear infections. Ketorolac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling) in the eye/ear. Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ketromox 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 Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops?
If you miss a dose of Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops to cure your eye/ear infection and improve your symptoms.
- It should usually be used twice a day (in the morning and the evening). If your symptoms are particularly severe, your doctor may suggest you use them up to four times a day.
- Wash your hands first before applying Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops. To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye/ear or any other surface.
- Do not use the medicine for a longer time without doctor consultation.
- Make sure not to use the open bottle for more than 4 weeks.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Patient concerns
FAQs
How long does Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops takes to work?
Usually, Ketromox 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.
Can I stop applying Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops when I feel better?
No, do not stop applying Ketromox Eye/Ear Drops and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- MOXICIP KT Eye Drops (Moxifloxacin + Ketorolac tromethamine) [Prescribing Information]. Solapur, India: Cipla Ltd.; 2019. [Accessed 12 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
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