NORFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE

Do not use NORFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE if you are allergic to any of its contents or if you have viral or fungal eye/ear infections. Inform the doctor if you have glaucoma, high blood pressure, ocular hypertension, diabetes, eye infection or injury, hyperthyroidism, heart, kidney or liver problems, corneal ulcers, tuberculosis, mycosis, or ear drum perforation. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let the doctor know if you use other eye/ear medications. 

Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Eye infections: 

• Wash your hands regularly. Avoid touching the eyes with dirty hands. 
• Avoid rubbing the eyes.
• Avoid sharing eye makeup such as eyeliner, mascara or kohl.
• Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.
• Regularly wash and change the pillowcases.
• If you wear contact lenses, clean and replace contact lenses more often. Never share contact lenses. Always wash your hands before inserting and removing the contact lens. 
• Avoid staring at the digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes for every 20 minutes.
• Blink regularly as it helps spread hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.

Ear infections: 

• Include fruits, vegetables, high-quality proteins and whole wheat grains in your diet to strengthen the immune system.
• Avoid consuming foods you are allergic to, as this can cause the body to produce excess mucus, leading to inflammation.
• Avoid getting things like shampoo, soap, and water into the ear, as it can cause itching.
• Do not poke or scratch the ear, as it can cause damage to the ear canal, leading to inflammation. The inflamed skin can be infected by bacteria or fungi, which can cause infections in the ear.
• Wash your hands often.
• Avoid second-hand smoke.
• Stay healthy as immunity prevents infections.