Zanocin 3 mg Eye Drop

Zanocin 3 mg Eye Drop is a prescription eye medicine that contains 3 mg of ofloxacin in each dose. Ofloxacin belongs to the fluoroquinolone antibiotic class and is used to treat certain bacterial eye infections. It works in the eye to help stop bacteria from growing and spread­ing. Zanocin 3 mg Eye Drop is manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. and is supplied as a strip/box of 10 eye drops.

How it works: Ofloxacin enters the eye in drop form and reaches the infected area to act directly where bacteria are causing symptoms. It blocks a bacterial enzyme needed for bacteria to copy their DNA, which helps stop the infection from getting worse.

Zanocin 3 mg Eye Drop is the exact eye-drop strength in this product listing, so the dose is already built into the drop solution rather than being adjusted by the patient. Your doctor may choose this strength when a standard ophthalmic antibiotic dose is needed for an eye infection and may compare it with the other Zanocin eye-drop form, Zanocin 10 mL Eye Drop, based on the infection being treated and how often the drops need to be used. Even though it is the same active ingredient, the right product and schedule depend on the condition and your eye doctor’s assessment.

• Bacterial conjunctivitis
• Corneal ulcer due to susceptible bacteria
• Other bacterial eye infections as prescribed
• Reducing bacterial growth in the eye

• Wash your hands before using Zanocin 3 mg Eye Drop.
• Tilt your head back, pull down the lower eyelid, and place the prescribed number of drops into the eye.
• Do not let the dropper tip touch your eye, fingers, or any surface.
• Close your eye gently for 1 to 2 minutes after use; do not blink hard or rub the eye.
• If you use other eye medicines, wait at least 5 to 10 minutes between products unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• Use only for the full course prescribed, even if the eye feels better sooner.

Each dose of Zanocin 3 mg Eye Drop delivers 3 mg of ofloxacin in the ophthalmic solution. The exact number of drops and how many times per day you should use it depends on the eye infection being treated and your doctor’s directions; dosing may be more frequent at the start of treatment and then reduced as the eye improves. Do not exceed the amount or frequency your prescriber recommends for this strength.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Ofloxacin may include:

• Temporary eye burning or stinging after the drop is placed
• Mild eye irritation or itching
• Temporary blurred vision right after use
• Redness of the eye
• Watery eyes
• Bitter or unusual taste in the mouth after use

• Use only if prescribed for a suspected or confirmed bacterial eye infection; it will not treat viral or fungal eye problems.
• Tell your doctor if you have had an allergy to ofloxacin or other fluoroquinolone antibiotics.
• Do not wear contact lenses while you have an active eye infection unless your eye doctor says it is okay.
• Temporary blurred vision may occur after dosing, so use caution when driving or doing tasks that need clear sight.
• Use extra caution if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or treating a young child, and follow the prescriber’s advice closely.
• If symptoms do not improve or get worse after starting Zanocin 3 mg Eye Drop, contact a healthcare professional promptly.

• Other eye drops or ointments used at the same time may affect how Zanocin 3 mg Eye Drop is absorbed if not spaced properly.
• Concomitant use with other ophthalmic medicines may require a waiting period between products.
• Tell your doctor about all prescription and nonprescription eye medicines you use.
• If you are using contact lens cleaning products or other eye treatments, ask your pharmacist how to time them with this antibiotic.

Store Zanocin 3 mg Eye Drop at room temperature and keep the bottle tightly closed and protected from contamination; do not freeze unless the package directions say otherwise.