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SENSORY ORGANS › OPHTHALMOLOGICALS › ANTIINFECTIVES › Antibiotics
micronomicin
S01AA22
Adult Dosing
- Instill 1 to 2 drops into the affected eye(s) 3 to 6 times daily or as directed by the physician.
Pediatric Dosing
- Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients have not been firmly established; use with caution.
Indications
- Treatment of superficial ocular infections caused by susceptible bacterial pathogens
Mechanism of Action
- Aminoglycoside antibiotic that binds irreversibly to the 30S ribosomal subunit of susceptible bacteria, inhibiting protein synthesis and causing cell death.
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to micronomicin or other aminoglycosides
- Fungal or viral ocular infections
Adverse Reactions
- Transient stinging or burning upon instillation
- Allergic conjunctivitis
- Itching and eyelid edema
Drug Interactions
- Concurrent use of other topical ophthalmic aminoglycosides may increase the risk of local toxicity or systemic absorption.
- No major systemic drug interactions expected with topical ophthalmic administration at recommended doses.
Curated Content: Needs Vetting Before Put to Clinical Use