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Composition FOR Natamet 5% w/v Ophthalmic Suspension

Natamycin(5% w/v)

food interaction for Natamet Ophthalmic Suspension

alcohol interaction for Natamet Ophthalmic Suspension

pregnancy interaction for Natamet Ophthalmic Suspension

lactation interaction for Natamet Ophthalmic Suspension

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Natamet Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Natamet Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Natamet 5% w/v Ophthalmic Suspension

Natamycin(5% w/v)

Natamet ophthalmic suspension uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of fungal infections of eye.

How natamet ophthalmic suspension works

Natamet Eye Drop is an antifungal medication. It works by killing the fungi that cause eye infections by destroying their cell membrane.

Common side effects of natamet ophthalmic suspension

Eye irritation

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Expert advice FOR Natamet Ophthalmic Suspension

  • Natamycin should be used as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
  • Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
  • Remove contact lenses before using Natamycin and allow at least 15 minutes before re-inserting them.
  • It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
  • Consult your doctor if the symptoms get worse or do not get better within 2 weeks of treatment.

Frequently asked questions FOR Natamet 5% w/v Ophthalmic Suspension

Natamycin

Q. Does Natamet Eye Drop cause cancer?
Natamet Eye Drop has no known effects on causing cancers
Q. Where does Natamet Eye Drop come from?
Natamet Eye Drop is an antibiotic derived from Streptomyces natalensis
Q. How does Natamet Eye Drop work?
Natamet Eye Drop belongs to a class of medicines called tetraene polyene antibiotic. Natamet Eye Drop 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
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Q. Why Natamet Eye Drop does not affect bacteria?
The mechanism of action of Natamet Eye Drop 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.

Content on this page was last updated on 22 March, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)