Natamycin

Indications & Dose:

Fungal blepharitis, conjunctivitis, keratitis caused by susceptible organisms

Antifungal spectrum usually includes: Candida, Asper gillus, Cephalosporium, Fusarium, and Pencillium; initial drug of choice in Fusarium solani keratitis 

DOSAGE

ADULT Fungal keratitis: l gtt into conjunctival sac q1-2h, decrease to 1 gtt 6-8 times/day after 3-4 days; continue therapy for 14-21 days

•Fungal blepharitis, conjunctivitis:1 gtt 4-6 times/day 

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Precautions:

Fungal endophthalmitis (effectiveness as single agent not established)

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Lactations:

Pregnancy category C 

Special Precautions:

Counselling:

Side Effects Or Adverse Reactions:

EENT: Conjunctival chemosis, conjunctival hyperemia

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

PATIENT/FAMILY EDUCATION

• Shake well before using

MONITORING PARAMETERS

• Failure of keratitis to improve following 7-10 days of administration suggests infection not susceptible to natamycin

Patient And Carer Advice: