Products Fusidic acid eye drop gel has been approved in many countries since 1993 (Fucithalmic). Structure and properties Fusidic acid (C31H48O6, Mr = 516.7 g/mol) belongs to the steroid antibiotics. It is obtained by fermentation from certain strains of or produced by other processes. The antibiotic exists as a white crystalline powder and is practically … Fusidic Acid Eye Gel
Symptoms In men, gonorrhea manifests mainly as inflammation of the urethra (urethritis) with pain, discomfort during urination, and purulent discharge. Rarely, the epididymis may also be involved, resulting in testicular pain and swelling. The infection may be complicated by involvement of other urogenital structures. In women, the pathogen usually triggers inflammation of the cervix (cervicitis) … Gonorrhea Infection
Products Moxifloxacin eye drops have been approved in many countries since 2008 (Vigamox). Moxifloxacin is also available in tablet form and as an infusion solution; see Moxifloxacin. Generic versions of the eye drops are registered. Structure and properties Moxifloxacin (C21H24FN3O4, Mr = 401.4 g/mol) is present in the eye drops as moxifloxacin hydrochloride, a slightly … Moxifloxacin Eye Drops
Products Hexamidine eye drops have been approved in many countries since 1994 (Desomedin, Desomedin DD, Monodoses). The disinfectant is also present in skin creams (Imacort, Imazol) and cosmetics. Structure and properties Hexamidine (C20H26N4O, Mr = 354.5 g/mol) is present in drugs as hexamidine diisetionate, a white to pale yellow powder that is sparingly soluble in … Hexamidine Eye Drops
Products Eye drops containing antibiotics are available from various manufacturers in pharmacies. They are also combined with other active ingredients such as glucocorticoids fix. Structure and properties The drops contain antibiotics from different chemical groups (see below). Effects Depending on the active ingredient, the antibiotics have bacteriostatic to bactericidal properties, meaning they inhibit the growth … Antibiotic Eye Drops to treat Bacterial Eye Infections
Products Kanamycin is marketed in many countries exclusively as a veterinary drug and in combination preparations in the form of a suspension (Kanamastine, Ubrolexin). It has been approved since 1989. In other countries, kanamycin eye drops and ointments are available for human use. Structure and properties Kanamycin is present in drugs as kanamycin monosulfate (C18H38N4O15S … Kanamycin
Symptoms Bacterial conjunctivitis usually begins first in one eye and may spread to the second. Whitish-yellow smeary purulent secretions are discharged, causing conglutination and crusting, especially in the morning after sleep. The conjunctiva is reddened and blood may accumulate due to increased blood flow. A foreign body sensation and itching often occur. Other possible symptoms … Bacterial Conjunctivitis
Symptoms Possible symptoms of viral conjunctivitis include unilateral or bilateral redness, itching, burning, eye tearing, a foreign body sensation, lymph node swelling, and bleeding. It is often accompanied by inflammation of the cornea (keratitis). Itching, watery eyes, bilateral findings and other allergic symptoms indicate allergic conjunctivitis. However, differentiation based on clinical signs is generally difficult … Viral Conjunctivitis
Products No drugs containing gatifloxacin are registered in many countries. Eye drops are available in the United States. Tablets and solutions for injection are no longer available because of glucose metabolism disorders (dysglycemia: hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia) that occurred with systemic administration. Gatifloxacin was first approved in 1999. Structure and properties Gatifloxacin (C19H22FN3O4, Mr = 375.4 g/mol) … Gatifloxacin
