Eye Drops 0.3%
Ciprofloxacin hydrochloride
Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) summary
The
full CMI on the next page has more details. If you are worried about using this medicine,
speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
1. Why am I using Ciloxan Eye Drops?
Ciloxan Eye Drops contain the active ingredient Ciprofloxacin hydrochloride. Ciloxan
Eye Drops are used to treat certain types of eye infections such as bacterial keratitis
(infected ulcer of cornea) and severe bacterial conjunctivitis (swelling of conjunctiva)
2. What should I know before I use Ciloxan Eye Drops?
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to Ciloxan Eye Drops or any of
the ingredients listed at the end of the CMI.
Talk to your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, take any other medicines,
or are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
Some medicines may interfere with Ciloxan Eye Drops and affect how it works.
4. How do I use Ciloxan Eye Drops?
Your doctor will advise you regarding your dose.
Use the Ciloxan Eye Drops as prescribed by your doctor.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand your dose.
5. What should I know while using Ciloxan Eye Drops?
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Things you should do
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Remind any doctor, dentist, pharmacist or specialist you visit that you are using
Ciloxan Eye Drops.
Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight while on treatment with Ciloxan Eye Drops as
it may cause moderate to severe phototoxicity (increased sensitivity of the skin to
sun).
Tell your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while using Ciloxan Eye Drops.
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Things you should not do
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Do not stop using this medicine suddenly.
Do not touch the dropper tip with your fingers or to your eye or any other surface.
Do not wear contact lenses during treatment with Ciloxan Eye Drops.
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Driving or using machines
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Ciloxan Eye Drops may cause temporary blurred vision or other eye problems.
Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how Ciloxan
Eye Drops affect you.
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Looking after your medicine
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Store below 25°C.
Do not refrigerate or freeze.
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6. Are there any side effects?
Common side effects include discomfort in eye(s), redness of the eye(s), itching,
burning sensation in eye(s), feeling that something is in your eye(s), increased sensitivity
to light (Photophobia)
Eye Drops 0.3%
Active ingredient:
Ciprofloxacin hydrochloride
Full Consumer Medicine Information (CMI)
This leaflet provides important information about using Ciloxan Eye Drops. You should also speak to your doctor or pharmacist if you would like further information
or if you have any concerns or questions about using Ciloxan Eye Drops.
Where to find information in this leaflet:
1. Why am I using Ciloxan Eye Drops?
Ciloxan Eye Drops contain the active ingredient Ciprofloxacin hydrochloride. Ciloxan Eye Drops belongs to class of drugs called fluoroquinolone which are used
to treat different types of infections caused by bacteria.
Ciloxan Eye Drops are used to
treat
certain eye infections such as
bacterial keratitis (infected ulcer of cornea, symptoms include eye pain, blurred
vision, discharge from eye) and severe bacterial conjunctivitis (swelling of conjunctiva
with symptoms such as eye irritation, discharge)
in adults and children 12 months old and above.
Ciloxan Eye Drops help to kill the bacteria that cause infection.
2. What should I know before I use Ciloxan Eye Drops?
Warnings
Do not use Ciloxan Eye Drops :
If you are allergic to Ciprofloxacin hydrochloride, or any of the ingredients listed
at the end of this leaflet. Always check the ingredients to make sure you can use
this medicine.
If you are allergic to other quinolone antibiotics e.g. nalidixic acid, Levaquin.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction may include:
shortness of breath, difficulty breathing,
swelling of the face, lips, tongue or other parts of the body rash, hives.
If you suffer from any muscle problem or have any swelling to your tendons (strands
of connective tissue between muscles and bones).
Check with your doctor if you:
have any other medical conditions or take any medicines for any other condition.
During treatment, you may be at risk of developing certain side effects. It is important
you understand these risks and how to monitor for them. See additional information
under Section
6. Are there any side effects?
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Check with your doctor if you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant.
As a precautionary measure, it is preferable to avoid Ciloxan Eye Drops during pregnancy.
Your doctor will advise you regarding the possible risks and benefits of using Ciloxan
Eye Drops during pregnancy.
Talk to your doctor if you are breastfeeding or intend to breastfeed.
Your doctor will advise you regarding the possible risks and benefits of using Ciloxan
Eye Drops during breast feeding.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including any
medicines, vitamins or supplements that you buy without a prescription from your pharmacy,
supermarket or health food shop.
Some medicines may interfere with Ciloxan Eye Drops and affect how it works.
Tell your doctor if you take any of the following medicines:
medicines that help to thin your blood e.g. warfarin
medicines to prevent tissue rejection e.g. cyclosporin
medicines such as theophylline which are used for asthma or other breathing problems
caffeine for the treatment of migraines
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure about what medicines, vitamins
or supplements you are taking and if these affect Ciloxan
Eye Drops.
4. How do I use Ciloxan Eye Drops?
How much to use
Follow the instructions provided when Ciloxan Eye Drops were prescribed, including
the number of days it should be taken.
Dose for bacterial conjunctivitis (corneal ulcers)
Day 1
Put two drops into the affected eye(s) every 15 minutes for the first six hours and
then two drops into the affected eye(s) every 30 minutes for the remainder of the
1st day.
Day 2
Put two drops in the affected eye(s) hourly.
Day 3 to 14
Put two drops in the affected eye(s) every four hours.
Dose for bacterial conjunctivitis
Day 1 & Day 2
Put one drop into the conjunctival sac(s) every two hours while you are awake.
Day 3 to 7
Put one drop every four hours while you are awake
If you do not understand your dose consult your doctor or pharmacist.
When to use Ciloxan Eye Drops
Ciloxan Eye Drops should be used as prescribed by your doctor.
How to use Ciloxan Eye Drops
Sitting or lying down might make putting in your eye drops process simpler.
Remove contact lenses if you are wearing them before putting in the eye drops.
Shake the bottle well prior to use.
Follow the steps below to use Ciloxan Eye Drops:
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
Before using a bottle for the first time, break the safety seal around the neck area
and throw the loose plastic ring away.
Remove the cap from the bottle.
After the cap is removed, if a tamper evident snap collar is present and loose, remove
before using the eye drops.
Mix the contents of the bottle by inverting 5 to 10 times.
Hold the bottle upside down in one hand between your thumb and middle finger (see
Diagram 1).
Diagram 1
Tilt your head back, gently pull down the lower eyelid of your eye to form a pouch/pocket.
Place the tip of the bottle close to your eye. Do not touch the tip to your eye as
this may cause injury to the eye.
Do not touch the dropper tip to eyelid or surrounding areas or any surface to avoid
contamination of the dropper tip and solution.
Release one drop into the pouch/pocket formed between your eye and eyelid by gently
tapping or pressing the base of the bottle with your forefinger (see Diagrams 2 and
3).
Diagram 2
Diagram 3
Gently close your eye. Do not blink or rub your eye.
When your eye is closed, place your index finger against the inside corner of your
eye and press against your nose for about two minutes. This will help to prevent the
medicine from draining through the tear duct to the nose and throat, from where it
can be absorbed into other parts of your body and may result in a decrease in side
effects.
This will also help to reduce the unpleasant taste sensation that some people experience
when using these drops.
If necessary, repeat the above steps for the other eye.
You may feel a slight burning sensation in the eye shortly after using Ciloxan Eye
Drops. If it persists, or is uncomfortable, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
If you want to use any other eye drops, wait at least 5 minutes after putting Ciloxan
Eye Drops in.
It is normal for a small amount of eye drops to spill onto your cheek since your eyelids
can only hold less than one drop at a time. Wipe away any spillage with a tissue.
Replace the cap on the bottle, closing it tightly.
Always keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
Wash your hands again with soap and water to remove any residue.
Discard the Ciloxan Eye Drops after 4 weeks after opening it.
If you forget to use Ciloxan Eye Drops
Ciloxan Eye Drops should be used as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss your dose
at the usual time, put in the drops that you missed as soon as you remember and then
go back to using them as recommended by your doctor.
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take your next
dose when you are meant to.
Do not take a double dose to make up for the dose you missed.
If you use too much Ciloxan Eye Drops
If you think that you have used too much Ciloxan Eye Drops, you may need urgent medical
attention.
You should immediately:
phone the Poisons Information Centre
(by calling
13 11 26), or
contact your doctor, or
go to the Emergency Department at your nearest hospital.
You should do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.
If you accidentally put several Ciloxan Eye Drops in your eyes, immediately wash your
eyes with warm tap water.
5. What should I know while using Ciloxan Eye Drops?
Things you should do
Use Ciloxan Eye Drops in adults and children 12 months old and above.
Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight as it may cause moderate to severe phototoxicity
(increased sensitivity of the skin to sun having symptoms such as redness, itching,
swelling).
Ciloxan Eye drops are for Eye use only.
Call your doctor straight away if you:
develop any signs of allergic reaction.
become pregnant or if you are breast feeding while using Ciloxan Eye Drops.
Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight as it may cause moderate to severe phototoxicity
(increased sensitivity of the skin to sun having symptoms such as redness, itching,
swelling).
Remind any doctor, dentist, pharmacist or specialist you visit that you are using
Ciloxan Eye Drops.
Things you should not do
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly.
Do not wear contact lenses during treatment with Ciloxan Eye Drops. Ciloxan Eye Drops
contain benzalkonium chloride which may cause irritation and is known to discolour
soft contact lenses.
Do not give Ciloxan Eye Drops to anyone else, even if they seem to have the same condition
as you.
Do not use Ciloxan Eye Drops in newborn babies with conjunctivitis (eye infection
caused by certain bacteria).
Driving or using machines
Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how Ciloxan
Eye Drops affect you.
Ciloxan Eye Drops may cause temporary blurred vision or other eye problems.
If the blurred vision occurs after putting in Ciloxan Eye Drops, wait until the vision
clears before driving or using machinery.
Looking after your medicine
Store below 25°C.
Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Protect from the light.
Follow the instructions in the carton on how to take care of your medicine properly.
Store it in a cool dry place away from moisture, heat or sunlight; for example, do
not store it:
in the bathroom or near a sink, or
in the car or on window sills.
Keep it where young children cannot reach it.
When to discard your medicine
Discard the Ciloxan Eye Drops container after 4 weeks after opening it.
Getting rid of any unwanted medicine
If you no longer need to use this medicine or it is out of date, take it to any pharmacy
for safe disposal.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date.
6. Are there any side effects?
All medicines can have side effects. If you do experience any side effects, most of
them are minor and temporary. However, some side effects may need medical attention.
See the information below and, if you need to, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you
have any further questions about side effects.
Less serious side effects
Serious side effects
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice anything else that may be making you
feel unwell.
Other side effects not listed here may occur in some people.
Reporting side effects
After you have received medical advice for any side effects you experience, you can
report side effects to the Therapeutic Goods Administration online at
www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems . By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of
this medicine.
Always make sure you speak to your doctor or pharmacist before you decide to stop
taking any of your medicines.
7. Product details
This medicine is only available with a doctor's prescription.
What Ciloxan Eye Drops contain
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Active ingredient
(main ingredient)
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Ciprofloxacin hydrochloride
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Other ingredients
(inactive ingredients)
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Sodium acetate, glacial acetic acid, mannitol, disodium edetate, hydrochloric acid
and/or sodium hydroxide (to adjust pH), purified water and benzalkonium chloride (0.06
mg/mL) as preservative.
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Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of these ingredients.
What Ciloxan Eye Drops look like
Ciloxan Eye Drops is a sterile ophthalmic solution 5 mL supplied in a pack containing
a plastic bottle.
Australian registration number: AUST R No. 42899
Who distributes Ciloxan Eye Drops
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Australia Pty Limited
ABN 18 004 244 160
54 Waterloo Road
Macquarie Park NSW 2113
Telephone: 1800 671 203
This leaflet was prepared in April 2025.
Internal document code:
(cix_eye261023c_V2) based on PI (cix_eye261023i)