Ciloxan Eye Ointment (Ciprofloxacin)

Do’s

• Apply Ciloxan ointment exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider, typically following a regimen of 3 times a day for the first 2 days and then 2 times a day for the next 5 days.
• Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before touching the ointment or your eye.
• Avoid touching the tip of the ointment tube to your eye or any other surface to prevent introducing bacteria.
• Tilt your head back, look upwards, and gently pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pouch. Squeeze a thin line of ointment (usually half an inch or 1.5 centimeters) into the pouch.
• Gently close your eyes and roll your eyeball in all directions to ensure the ointment reaches all areas. Avoid blinking or rubbing your eyes immediately after application.
• If your healthcare provider instructs you to treat both eyes, repeat the application steps for your other eye.
• Wipe any excess ointment from the tip of the tube with a clean tissue before recapping it.
• If using other eye drops or ointments, wait at least 5 minutes between applying each medication. Apply eye drops first, followed by ointments, to allow the drops to penetrate the eye.
• Wait a few minutes for your vision to return to normal before driving, operating machinery, or engaging in activities requiring clear vision.
• Use Ciloxan ointment for the full prescribed duration, even if your symptoms improve after a few days. Stopping it early can allow the infection to return.
• Tell your healthcare provider if your eye infection worsens or doesn't improve after using Ciloxan ointment for a while.

Don'ts

• Don't wear contact lenses. Avoid wearing contact lenses while using Ciloxan ointment. Consult your healthcare provider before resuming contact lens use.
• Don't rush activities. Wait for your vision to clear completely before driving or operating machinery after applying the ointment.
• Don't ignore worsening conditions. Don't disregard worsening symptoms or a lack of improvement. Inform your healthcare provider if your eye infection persists.

Common Side Effects:

• Temporary blurred vision
• Tearing or feeling of something in the eye

Serious Side Effects:

• Allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• Blurred vision that does not go away
• Severe burning, stinging, or irritation after using the ointment
• Eye swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting, or drainage (may be signs of infection)
• Other serious side effects may occur, and seek medical attention if any unusual or severe symptoms are experienced.

This is not an exhaustive list, and other side effects may occur. If you experience any unusual or severe side effects while taking Ciloxan eye ointment, contact your healthcare provider for medical advice.

Inform your healthcare provider if you are allergic to ciprofloxacin, other quinolone antibiotics (levofloxacin, moxifloxacin), or any ingredients in Ciloxan Eye Ointment.

Disclose any pre-existing eye problems to your healthcare provider before using Ciloxan Eye Ointment.

Ciloxan Eye Ointment may cause temporary blurred or unstable vision. Avoid driving, operating machinery, or activities requiring clear vision until your vision clears.

Use Ciloxan Eye Ointment only when clearly necessary. Discuss risks and benefits with your healthcare provider.

It is unknown if ciprofloxacin passes into breast milk. Consult your healthcare provider before breastfeeding.