Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops
Rs.68.40for 1 packet(s) (10 ml Eye/Ear Drops each)
Composition FOR Zincoren
Boric Acid(1.9% w/v),Sodium Chloride(1% w/v),Sulphacetamide(12% w/v),Zinc Sulfate(0.1% w/v)food interaction for Zincoren
alcohol interaction for Zincoren
pregnancy interaction for Zincoren
lactation interaction for Zincoren
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
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Information regarding the use of Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Zincoren Eye/Ear Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Zincoren
Boric Acid(1.9% w/v)
Uses
Boric Acid is used to prevent infections.
How it works
Boric Acid is an antiseptic which treats infection in the affected area and relieves irritation.
Common side effects
Increased liver enzymes, Abdominal pain, Allergic reaction, Burning sensation, Irritation, CNS stimulation, Central nervous system depression, Diarrhea, Rash, Vomiting
Sodium Chloride(1% w/v)
Uses
Sodium Chloride is used in short term fluid replacement after trauma and dehydration.
How it works
Sodium Chloride is a purified salt solution which works by replenishing salt and electrolyte levels in the body.
Common side effects
Increased sodium level in blood, Decreased sodium level in blood, Injection site reaction, Fluid overload, Febrile response, Extravasation, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Decreased potassium level in blood, Sodium retention, Edema (swelling), Hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis
Sulphacetamide(12% w/v)
Uses
Sulphacetamide is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
How it works
Sulphacetamide is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.
Common side effects
Allergic reaction, Burning sensation, Application site irritation, Stinging sensation, Conjunctivitis, Conjunctival hyperemia, Secondary infections, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Systemic lupus erythematosus, Fulminant hepatic necrosis, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Aplastic anemia, Liver necrosis
Zinc Sulfate(0.1% w/v)
Uses
Zinc Sulfate is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
How it works
Zinc Sulfate works by raising zinc levels in your body.
Common side effects
Gastric irritation, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Dyspepsia, Irritability, Gastritis, Headache, Lethargy
SUBSTITUTES FOR Zincoren
No substitutes foundExpert advice FOR Zincoren
- Avoid using boric acid for jock itch/groin itch for more than 2 week and athlete's foot or ringworm for more than 4 week.
- Do not use boric acid along with other eye medication containing polyvinyl alcohol.
- Avoid using this medication if you have any open wound or other skin injury around your eyes.
- Boric acid is a weak antibiotic and should not be used to treat any type of infection without the advice of a doctor. There are many other, more effective antibiotics available.
- Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.