Natamycin ophthalmic
Generic name: natamycin ophthalmic [ NA-ta-MYE-sin-off-THAL-mik ]
Brand name: Natacyn
Dosage form: ophthalmic suspension (5%)
Drug class:Ophthalmic anti-infectives
What is natamycin ophthalmic?
Natamycin is an antifungal medication.
Natamycin ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat fungal infections of the eyes.
Natamycin ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use natamycin ophthalmic if you are allergic to it.
It is not known whether natamycin ophthalmic will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether natamycin ophthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I use natamycin ophthalmic?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use natamycin ophthalmic in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Wash your hands before using the eye drops.
Shake this medicine well just before each use.
To apply the eye drops:
Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper above the eye with the tip down. Look up and away from the dropper and squeeze out a drop.
Close your eyes for 2 or 3 minutes with your head tipped down, without blinking or squinting. Gently press your finger to the inside corner of the eye for about 1 minute, to keep the liquid from draining into your tear duct.
Wait at least 10 minutes before using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed.
Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.
Do not use the eye drops if the liquid has changed colors or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Do not freeze. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
Use this medication for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Skipping doses may also increase your risk of further infection that is resistant to antibiotics.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 to 10 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache, cough, or
