Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops is a medicine used to treat various types of bacterial infections of the eye and ear. It kills and prevents the growth of the bacteria that cause infection in the eyes or ears.

Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of two medicines: Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops1 and Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops2.

Uses of Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops

Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections

Benefits of Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops

In Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections

Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat infections in the eye or ear caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve itching or irritation in the eyes or ear. It also adds moisture to the eyes or ears and reduces dryness and burning sensation. 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 Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops

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 Bectogen

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops

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 dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops?

If you miss a dose of Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

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

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops

Your doctor has prescribed Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye/ear, to avoid contamination.
Talk to your doctor if your symptoms haven't started to improve within two days of starting treatment, if they get worse during treatment or if you get another eye /ear infection.
If using Bectogen Eye/Ear Drops for the eye:
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Do not wear contact lenses while using this medication.
- It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.

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