4 Quin Eye Ointment is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

4 Quin Eye Ointment is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of 4 Quin Eye Ointment

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of 4 Quin Eye Ointment

In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

4 Quin Eye Ointment is an antibiotic medicine. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness caused due to eye infections. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of 4 Quin Eye Ointment

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of 4 Quin

Eye discomfort
Dry eye
Burning sensation in eye

How to use 4 Quin Eye Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.

How 4 Quin Eye Ointment works

4 Quin Eye Ointment is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

4 Quin Eye Ointment 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

4 Quin Eye Ointment is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

4 Quin Eye Ointment may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
4 Quin Eye Ointment may make you feel dizzy or light-headed, you may experience a sudden, transient loss of vision, or you may faint for a short period. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take 4 Quin Eye Ointment?

If you miss a dose of 4 Quin Eye Ointment, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

4 Quin Eye Ointment

₹115.5/Eye Ointment

Moxicip Eye Ointment

Cipla Ltd

₹85.18/eye ointment

26% cheaper

Mahaflox Eye Ointment

Mankind Pharma Ltd

₹79.59/eye ointment

31% cheaper

Moxigram Eye Ointment

Micro Labs Ltd

₹64/eye ointment

45% cheaper

Mosi Eye Ointment

FDC Ltd

₹51/eye ointment

56% cheaper

Occumox Eye Ointment

Sunways India Pvt Ltd

₹55.5/eye ointment

52% cheaper

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed 4 Quin Eye Ointment for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
It may cause short-term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the medication.
You have been prescribed 4 Quin Eye Ointment for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
It may cause short-term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the medication.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Fluoroquinolone

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

Patient concerns

Frequently her eyes are inflamating and swelled and redish , pain with that pain no seeping at present we are no used any drugs for this ple

Dr. Amit Basia

Ophthalmology

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Dr. Amit Basia

Ophthalmology

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User feedback

Patients taking 4 Quin Eye Ointment

Once A Day

73%

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Thrice A Day

Twice A Day

*Four Times A Day

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Country of origin: India

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