Benzalkonium Chloride + Natamycin

Dosage Forms Available

• Benzalkonium Chloride + Natamycin is available as an eye drop solution.

• This formulation is intended for topical application to the eyes.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for use in adults and children aged two years and older.

Contraindications

• This medicine is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to benzalkonium chloride or natamycin.

• It is also contraindicated in patients with viral, bacterial, or parasitic eye infections other than fungal.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with other topical beta-blockers (such as betaxolol), prostaglandin analogs (like latanoprost), and topical decongestants (such as naphazoline). These interactions may increase the risk of eye irritation, dryness, or excessive intraocular pressure reduction, leading to potential discomfort or ocular surface damage.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Benzalkonium Chloride + Natamycin may lead to excessive eye irritation and discomfort. If an overdose occurs, it is recommended to flush the eyes with clean water. If irritation persists, contact your doctor.

• If you forget to apply a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular dosing schedule. Do not apply double doses to make up for a missed dose.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• If eye irritation or discomfort occurs, ensure to rinse the eyes gently with water.

• Taking breaks between long uses can help reduce discomfort.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication may temporarily blur vision after application. You should wait until your vision clears before driving or operating heavy machinery.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The safety of Benzalkonium Chloride + Natamycin during pregnancy and lactation has not been fully established. It should be used only when clearly needed under the advice of a doctor.

• Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Caution is advised when using this medication in individuals with severe allergies or asthma, as benzalkonium chloride can cause bronchial constriction.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• It is important to maintain good hygiene by washing hands thoroughly before applying eye drops to prevent additional contamination or infection.

• Avoid wearing contact lenses during treatment with Benzalkonium Chloride + Natamycin unless specifically advised by a doctor. Contact lenses can absorb preservatives in the drops which might lead to eye irritation.

• Ensure that you do not touch the tip of the dropper bottle to any surface, including the eyes or hands, to prevent contamination of the solution.