Natamycin (ophthalmic)

Natamycin (ophthalmic)

Natamycin (ophthalmic)

Uses for natamycin

Natamycin is only available with a doctor's prescription.

Before using natamycin

When deciding whether to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the benefits it produces. This is a decision that you and your doctor will make. The following should be noted with this medicine:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had an unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your doctor if you have other allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives or animals. For over-the-counter products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatrics

Studies of this medicine have only been conducted in adult patients and there is no specific information comparing the use of natamycin in children with its use in other age groups.

geriatrics

Many drugs have not been specifically studied in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work the same way as they do in younger adults. Although there is no specific information comparing the use of natamycin in the elderly with its use in other age groups, this drug is not expected to cause any different side effects or problems in the elderly than in younger adults.

Breastfeeding

There are insufficient studies in women to determine the risk to infants when using this drug while breast-feeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Drug interactions

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines can be used together, although interactions may occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your doctor if you are taking other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

Interactions with food/tobacco/alcohol

Certain medicines should not be taken during or around the time of eating or consuming certain foods because interactions may occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain medications can also lead to interactions. Discuss using your medicine with food, alcohol or tobacco with your doctor.

Proper use of natamycin

The bottle is only partially filled to ensure proper drip control.

Use:

• Waschen Sie zunächst Ihre Hände. Neigen Sie den Kopf nach hinten und drücken Sie mit dem Finger sanft auf die Haut direkt unter dem unteren Augenlid. Ziehen Sie das untere Augenlid vom Auge weg, um einen Spalt zu schaffen. Lassen Sie das Arzneimittel in diesen Raum fallen. Lassen Sie das Augenlid los und schließen Sie sanft die Augen. Nicht blinken. Halten Sie die Augen 1 bis 2 Minuten lang geschlossen, damit das Arzneimittel mit der Infektion in Kontakt kommen kann.
• Wenn Sie glauben, dass der Tropfen des Arzneimittels nicht richtig in Ihr Auge gelangt ist, verwenden Sie einen anderen Tropfen.
• Um das Arzneimittel möglichst keimfrei zu halten, berühren Sie mit der Applikatorspitze keine Oberfläche (einschließlich des Auges). Halten Sie den Behälter außerdem fest verschlossen.

To help your eye infection heal completely, you should continue to use this medicine throughout the treatment period, even if your condition improves. Don't miss a dose.

dosage

The dose of this medicine is different for different patients. Follow your doctor's instructions or the label directions. The following information includes average doses of this medicine only. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to.

The amount of medicine you take depends on the strength of the medicine. In addition, the number of doses you take each day, the time between doses, and how long you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• Bei einer Pilzinfektion des Auges:
  • Für die Darreichungsform Augentropfen:
    • Erwachsene: Alle vier bis sechs Stunden einen Tropfen ins Auge geben. Bei schwerwiegenderen Infektionen kann Ihr Arzt Ihnen raten, drei bis vier Tage lang alle ein bis zwei Stunden einen Tropfen ins Auge zu tropfen und danach sechs- bis achtmal täglich einen Tropfen zu verabreichen.
    • Kinder – Anwendung und Dosis müssen von Ihrem Arzt festgelegt werden.

Missed dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.

storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Protect from freezing.

Keep away from children.

Do not keep medications that are outdated or no longer needed.

Precautions when using natamycin

Your doctor should check your progress at regular visits. For some eye infections, these visits may even occur several times a week.

If your symptoms do not improve within 7 to 10 days or worsen, contact your doctor.

Natamycin side effects

In addition to the necessary effects, a medicine may also have some undesirable effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, medical attention may be required if they occur.

Contact your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

• Augenreizungen, Rötungen oder Schwellungen traten vor der Anwendung dieses Arzneimittels nicht auf

Some patients may also experience other side effects not listed. If you notice other side effects, contact your doctor.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Commonly used brand names

In the USA

• Natacyn

Available dosage forms:

• Suspension

Therapeutic Class: Antifungal

Chemical Class: Polyene

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