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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 22, 2024 | 7:35 PM IST

Saptop Ophthalmic Gel is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat eye infections caused by bacteria. It helps by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby helps fight infection. This medicine is not effective for treating viral infections. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as eye discomfort, irritation, eye pain, and stinging sensation

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Sapient Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Saptop Ophthalmic Gel

Saptop Ophthalmic Gel belongs to the class of aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used for the treatment of bacterial eye infections. Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any eye part, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.

Saptop Ophthalmic Gel contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Saptop Ophthalmic Gel treats bacterial eye infections.

Use Saptop Ophthalmic Gel as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Saptop Ophthalmic Gel are eye irritation, feeling of having something in the eye, swollen/itchy eyelids, eye redness, increased tearing and inflammation of the cornea (clear front portion of your eye). Most of these side effects fade away gradually over time without the need for medical intervention. However, consult your doctor if you experience these side effects frequently.

Saptop Ophthalmic Gel is for ophthalmic (eye) use only; do not inject or swallow. Do not use Saptop Ophthalmic Gel if you are allergic to tobramycin, other aminoglycoside antibiotics, or any components in Saptop Ophthalmic Gel. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, notify your doctor. Saptop Ophthalmic Gel may temporarily blur your vision; therefore, wait until your vision is back to normal before using any machinery or driving.

Uses of Saptop Ophthalmic Gel

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Medicinal Benefits

Saptop Ophthalmic Gel is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye(s). Saptop Ophthalmic Gel contains tobramycin which works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Saptop Ophthalmic Gel effectively treats bacterial eye infections.

Directions for Use

Eye drops: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. 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.Eye cream/ointment: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Squeeze a tiny amount of the cream/ointment into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Saptop Ophthalmic Gel

  • Eye irritation
  • A feeling of having something in the eye
  • Inflammation of the cornea (clear front portion of your eye)
  • Swollen / itchy eyelids
  • Eye redness
  • Increased tearing

Drug Warnings

Do not use if you are allergic to tobramycin, another aminoglycoside antibiotic, or any of the components of Saptop Ophthalmic Gel. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor. You may have temporary blurred vision after using Saptop Ophthalmic Gel; consequently, wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery. Before using Saptop Ophthalmic Gel, notify your doctor if you have vision problems, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure in the eye), eye damage, or eye surgery.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug interactions: Relevant interactions not found/established.

Drug-Food interactions: Relevant interactions not found/established.

Drug-Disease interactions: Relevant interactions not found/established.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Get at least eight hours of sleep each night to naturally refresh your eyes.
  • Wash your eyes with clean water at least twice or thrice daily. If you had eye surgery, wash your eyes after two weeks.
  • Take care of your health by eating a well-balanced diet, exercising regularly, and getting plenty of rest.
  • If you wear contact lenses, clean and replace them more frequently. Never share your contact lenses. Always wash your hands before and after inserting and removing contact lenses.
  • Avoid gazing at digital screens for extended periods. For every 20 minutes, take a break.
  • Blink frequently to aid in transmitting hydrating substances like mucus and tears across the eyes.

Special Advise

Do not touch the tip of the dropper/tube as it may contaminate the contents.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial eye infections: Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea. The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, or keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. It is a highly contagious infection that is spread by eye secretions. Symptoms include redness, itchiness, and discharge or crusting around the eye. A stye is a bump on the eyelid, which is also a common eye condition. Keratitis is the inflammation of the cornea that occurs due to frequent use of contact lenses, injury, diabetes, or surgery.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Saptop Ophthalmic Gel. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe Saptop Ophthalmic Gel only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Saptop Ophthalmic Gel can be used during breastfeeding if prescribed by the doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Saptop Ophthalmic Gel may cause temporary blurred vision. Wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information about the use of Saptop Ophthalmic Gel in patients suffering from liver impairment is available. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Limited information is available about the use of Saptop Ophthalmic Gel in patients suffering from kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Saptop Ophthalmic Gel can be used in children over 12 months if the doctor advises. The safety and effectiveness of Saptop Ophthalmic Gel in children under 12 months have not been established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

11/12, Udyog Nagar, S. V. Road, Goregaon (W), Mumbai- 400104.
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FAQs

Saptop Ophthalmic Gel belongs to the class of aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used for the treatment of bacterial eye infections. Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any eye part, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.
Saptop Ophthalmic Gel contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Saptop Ophthalmic Gel treats bacterial eye infections.
If you mistakenly put too many eye drops or ointment in your eye(s), rinse them promptly with lukewarm water.
Even if your symptoms improve, you must continue to use Saptop Ophthalmic Gel for the indicated treatment period. If you quit using Saptop Ophthalmic Gel abruptly, your symptoms may return.
Use Saptop Ophthalmic Gel only for the duration recommended by your doctor. Do not use it for more than the recommended duration. Inform your doctor if the eye infection does not improve after three days of using Saptop Ophthalmic Gel.
Saptop Ophthalmic Gel can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 15 minutes between Saptop Ophthalmic Gel and other eye medications. Use other eye medications first, wait for 15 minutes and then use Saptop Ophthalmic Gel.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Saptop Ophthalmic Gel. Remove contact lenses before using the Saptop Ophthalmic Gel. It is advised to wear spectacles and avoid contact lenses until the infection is cleared.
Saptop Ophthalmic Gel may temporarily blur the vision. Therefore, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery to prevent any mishappening.
No, Saptop Ophthalmic Gel does not cause diarrhoea. Consult the doctor if you experience diarrhoea.
Saptop Ophthalmic Gel may cause headache as a side effect. Rest in a quiet/dark room, massage gently, and use a hot/cold compress on the head and neck.
Saptop Ophthalmic Gel has broad spectrum activity. It kills aerobic gram-negative bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Saptop Ophthalmic Gel should be used for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will determine the duration of the treatment based on your condition.
Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Administer Saptop Ophthalmic Gel as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
Consult the doctor if you don't get better after using Saptop Ophthalmic Gel. Also, let the doctor know if your condition worsens despite using Saptop Ophthalmic Gel.
The common side-effects of Saptop Ophthalmic Gel are eye irritation, feeling of having something in the eye, swollen/itchy eyelids, eye redness, increased tearing and inflammation of the cornea (clear front portion of your eye). Consult your doctor if you experience these side effects frequently.

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