About Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free)
Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) is an antifungal medication. It is used in the treatment of fungal infections of the eyes. It kills the fungi that cause eye infections and thus treats the infection. Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid. Common side effects of Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) include eye irritation, Change in vision, eye discomfort, and eye edema, these are usually subsides on their own in some time. Please consult your doctor if it does not get better or persists for a longer duration. Do not use Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) if you have a viral or bacterial eye infection without your doctor’s advice. Avoid using it with contact lenses, and do not touch the dropper tip to your eye. Tell your doctor if irritation or vision problems continue.
Uses of Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free)
- Treatment of Fungal infections of eye
How to use Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free)
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
How Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) works
Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) is an antifungal medication. It works by killing the fungi that cause eye infections by destroying their cell membrane.
Side effects of Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free)
Most side effects do not need medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Talk to your doctor if they persist or worry you. Common side effects include:
- Eye irritation
- Eye inflammation
- Ocular hyperemia
- Foreign body sensation in eyes
- Lacrimation (flow of tears)
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free), apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not apply extra to make up for a missed dose.
Storage
Store below 25°C. Keep out of the reach of children. How to store medicines at home.
Safety advice
The safety of Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) may cause temporary visual disturbances. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Frequently asked questions
Does Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) cause cancer?
Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) has no known effects on causing cancers
Where does Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) come from?
Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) is an antibiotic derived from Streptomyces natalensis
How does Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) work?
Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) belongs to a class of medicines called tetraene polyene antibiotic. Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) binds to the fungal cell wall, alters the permeability of the cell wall and causes depletion of the cellular contents; thereby reducing growth and proliferation of fungi
Why Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) does not affect bacteria?
The mechanism of action of Netanza Eye Drop (Bak Free) is through binding of the molecule to the sterol moiety of the fungal cell membrane. Since bacterial cell wall doesn't contain sterol moiety, it doesn't affect bacteria.
This information is for reference only and does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without medical advice. Details come from the product’s listing and may differ from the pack you receive; always read the label.
