Medicine details
| Image |  |
| Name | Natapro |
| Dosage | Eye Drops |
| Generic Name | Natamycin |
| Classes |
Antiinfective Agent Dermatological/Topical Agent Topical Antiinfective Agent Ophthalmic Preparation |
| Diseases |
Conjunctivitis Infectious Disease Keratitis |
| Company | Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd. |
Drug Package Details
| Strength | 50 mg/ml |
| Storage Condition | |
| Origin Country | Bangladesh |
| Commercial Pack | 1 |
| Price per pack | ৳ 100.00 |
| Cost per pack | ৳ 88.00 |
| Package unit | 5 ml drops |
| Price per unit | ৳ 100.00 |
| Cost per unit | ৳ 88.00 |
| Discount | 0 |
| Coupon | |
| Remarks |
Natamycin
Natamycin is a polyene amphoteric macrolide antibiotic that is effective against topical fungal infections.
Natamycin is indicated for the following fungal infections-
- Blepharitis
- Keratitis
- Conjunctivitis
Fungal keratitis
Adult: As 5% ophthalmic susp: Instill 1 drop into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye(s) 1-2 hourly, reduce to 1 drop 6-8 times daily after 3-4 days. Duration of treatment: 2-3 weeks. Gradually reduce dose at 4-7 day intervals.
Fungal blepharitis, Fungal conjunctivitis
Adult: As 5% ophthalmic susp: Instill 1 drop into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye(s) 4-6 times daily.
How to administer ophthalmic drops:
Common side effects caused by natamycin are as follows-
- Chest pain.
- Changes in vision
- eye irritation
- oedema
- excessive tearing
- rash
Special Precautions should be taken for patients with epithelial ulceration & Pregnancy and lactation.
Contraindication
Contraindicated in patients hypersensitive natamycin or other amphoteric macrolides, such as-
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