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Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop, Pack of 1 Eye Drops
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Reviewed By Sureshvarma D , MPharma
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Composition :

NATAMYCIN-5%

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTIFUNGALS

Country of origin

India
Other Info - PI65477

FAQs

Tell your doctor if you are using other medicines including ointments or drops. Wait for a minimum of 5 minutes after applying Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop and then only use other medicines.

The most common cause for fungal eye infection is an eye injury especially if a plant material like a stick or thorn caused an injury. Most fungi that cause eye infections live in the environment often associated with plant material.

While using antifungal medicine, it is suggested to avoid high sugary foods like bananas, dates, certain meats, and refined fats.

Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop works only for fungal eye infections, using it unnecessarily may lead to reduced effectiveness of the medicine.

Some of the common symptoms of fungal eye infection are eye redness, blurred vision, eye pain, eye discharge.

Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop is mostly used for the treatment of eye infections. It is not recommended for the treatment of ear infections. However, it should be used for any indication only when prescribed by a doctor.

Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop may improve within 2 to 3 days of administration. However, recovery depends on different factors such as age, the severity of the infection, and comorbidities.

Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop contains "Natamycin", which works by killing fungi by destroying its outer cell membrane. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stops the leakage of cell contents.

Before using Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop, you must inform your doctor if you have any allergy to Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop or any antibiotics or if you are taking any other medicines.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Interaction of Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop is a pregnancy category C drug so it may harm the fetus. Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop should only be used in pregnant females if clearly specified by the doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop can pass in breast milk or not so it should only be used in pregnant females if clearly specified by the doctor.

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Driving

Unsafe

Avoid driving after taking Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop as it may cause blurred vision for some time that may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop is safe to use in patients with the liver disease only when prescribed by a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop should be used with caution in renal problems. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Children

Caution

Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

Reference

  1. https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/pharmacology-toxicology-and-pharmaceutical-science/natamycin
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2008/050514s009lbl.pdf

About Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop

Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop belongs to a class of medication called 'antifungal' used to treat fungal infections of the eye. A fungal infection is a disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes damage to the eye. Fungi are commonly present in nature but do not cause infections normally. However, if the fungi enter the eye, then it causes eye pain, redness, and blurred vision.

Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop contains 'Natamycin', which works by killing fungi by destroying their outer cell membrane. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents.

Use Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop as suggested by the doctor. You are advised to use Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience eye irritation, allergic reaction, vision change and eye pain. Most of these side effects of Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Before using Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop, tell your doctor if you have any allergy to any of its components. Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop should only be used in pregnancy or breastfeeding females if specified by the doctor. Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid driving after taking Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop as it may affect your ability to drive. Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop is safe to use in elderly people as no difference in safety and effectiveness has been observed.

Uses of Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop

Fungal eye infection

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Medicinal Benefits

Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop is recommended for the treatment of fungal infections of the eye such as conjunctivitis (infection of the white part of the eye), endophthalmitis (infection of the inside part of the eye) and keratitis (infection of the clear part of the eye) caused by fungi in the eyes. It acts by stopping the growth of fungus in the eye that provides relief in irritation, redness, itching, swelling of the eye associated with a fungal eye infection.

Directions for Use

Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop is only for external use. Lie down and tilt your head backward. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Do not touch the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the contents. Do not place the tip directly into the eye while instilling drops. If the dropper touches the eye, immediately squeeze two to three drops onto the tissue and wipe the dropper’s tip with salt water.

Side Effects of Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop

  • Mild eye discomfort
  • Change in vision
  • Allergic reaction
  • Chest pain
  • Eye swelling
  • Eye pain

Drug Warnings

It is advised not to touch the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop. Patients are advised not to wear contact lenses while using this medicine. If you are using any other medicine, then wait for at least 5 minutes after applying Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop. After using Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop, wait for some time so that your vision clears up. Do not drive or operate any machine just after applying Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop as this medicine may make eyes blurred for some time. This drug only works for a fungal eye infection and does not work for other types of infections. Using Pimafucin 5% Eye Drop unnecessarily or misusing it may decrease the effectiveness of the drug. It is advised to use this medicine full time, as sudden stopping the medicine may allow the fungus to continue to grow which may allow the fungus to grow. 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PREDNISOLONE
  • DEXAMETHASONE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

To diagnose the fungal infection in the eye, the doctor may examine the eye by taking a small sample of tissue or fluid from the eye.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands regularly and keep your hands clean to prevent the spread of germs.
  • Avoid dusty activities and digging in the soil.
  • Wear shoes, a long-sleeved t-shirt, and long pants while doing outdoor activities such as yard work, gardening, or vising wooded areas to protect from fungus commonly present in the environment.
  • Maintain a diet that is low in sugar, refined carbohydrates, mold-containing foods, and yeast.

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