ZO-D Eye Drop is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye. It stops the growth of bacteria and helps in relieving redness, itching, and swelling. This way it treats the infection relieves your symptoms.
ZO-D Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye 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 discomfort and irritation at the application site. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, inform your doctor. In case by accident, this medicine goes into your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it off with water. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine or taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision.
Uses of ZO-D Eye Drop
Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Benefits of ZO-D Eye Drop
In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
ZO-D Eye Drop is used to treat bacterial infection of the eyes such as conjunctivitis or pink eye. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation in the eyes. Use it 2-3 times a day for atleast a week or as prescribed by the doctor. Your symptoms might improve after using ZO-D Eye Drop. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of ZO-D Eye Drop
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 ZO-D
Blurred vision
Eye irritation
Eye discomfort
Increased intraocular pressure
Burning eyes
Eye itching
How to use ZO-D Eye Drop
This medicine is for external use only. Use 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 without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
How ZO-D Eye Drop works
ZO-D Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Ofloxacin and Dexamethasone. Ofloxacin is an antibiotic which prevents bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. This treats your eye infection. Dexamethasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of ZO-D Eye Drop during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
ZO-D Eye Drop should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving
UNSAFE
ZO-D Eye Drop may cause temporary visual disturbances. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take ZO-D Eye Drop?
If you miss a dose of ZO-D Eye Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
ZO-D Eye Drop is used for the treatment of bacterial infection and inflammation of the eye.
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.
It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
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.
I have a problem that,I feel my eyes are always in unrest and some time visibility is not proper after watching something in Mobile . I wear a glass of power -3.0 D
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
Use eye drop refresh tears 4 times. . If not improving visit
My Grandmother which is 72 yrs old having a pain on both the ears. I Trying Droops Throt-D and Zovi-D but it was not useful not stop pain by using this drops. and she also hear les from last 4 to 5 days. Due to pain of ear the neck and all the head are pain. please give me best suggestion of drops or medicines should i use. Sorry the drop Name is ZO-D
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
Visit ent specialist as it needs examination before starting any treatment
tennis cricket ball hit the right eye. Pain in eye , but no swelling. Lubrex Eye drop is used by me for relief as per dr. prescription. but 2nd prescribed moxi-d eye drops(moxifloxacin &dexamethosone). please tell me which one i use.
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
Both are different. . U can use both. Moxi-D contains steroid. . Thus use only under supervision
While playing finger of boy touch to eyes and due to that one small red dot occurs in eye here I keep the photos of the same please help me. I had taken festive d eye drop is it ok? My daughter is 6 years old
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
Get her eye examined by and stop using festive d eyedrop
My baby boy 10 month left side eye red color docter show after give ciplox-d 2 days dropped ok but yesterday also same coming baby eye rub what is the probilem sir pls help me
Dr. Rahul Yadav
Paediatrics
Hello, it could be allergic reaction or local injury which is leading to red eye. Wash the eyes properly with cool water thice daily. If redness persist put Toba eye drops 1 drop in each eye every 8 hrly for 3 days.
I'm a student and my books are in laptop. My day is as follows: A) 6 AM TO 10 AM (college where my alloted seat is in the back benches) B) 11 AM TO 11 PM (Studying through laptop) C) 3 PM - 4:30 PM ( Regular Nap) MY EYES start aching and i'm not able to see and read from laptop i took CIPLOX-D but my doctor disapproved of it. I've myopia with Negative power of 2.5 (both the eyes). What do i do? As in I've to study from laptop. I've no choice.
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
Wear glasses continously. Use eye drop refresh tears three times a day
When i am seeing a bright light my eyes are not able to see for a few minutes my eyes are getting darken and water in my eyes. Please tell me the solution.
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
get eye examination done. Meanwhile use e/d flogel for watering
What were the side-effects while using ZO-D Eye Drop?
No Side Effec*
62%
Eye irritatio*
25%
Pain behind e*
12%
*No Side Effect, Eye irritation, Pain behind eyes
How do you take ZO-D Eye Drop?
With or witho*
67%
With food
17%
Empty stomach
17%
*With or without food
Please rate ZO-D Eye Drop on price
Not Expensive
80%
Expensive
20%
FAQs
How long does ZO-D Eye Drop takes to work?
Usually, ZO-D Eye Drop 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 using ZO-D Eye Drop when I feel better?
No, do not stop using ZO-D Eye Drop 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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