Natamycin
Prescription商品名： NATACYN
About This Medication
DESCRIPTION: NATACYN™ (natamycin ophthalmic suspension) 5% is a sterile, antifungal drug for topical ophthalmic administration. Each mL of NATACYN™ (natamycin ophthalmic suspension) contains: Active: natamycin 5% (50 mg). Preservative: benzalkonium chloride 0.02%. Inactive: sodium hydroxide and/or hydrochloric acid (neutralized to adjust the pH), purified water. The active ingredient is represented by the chemical structure: Established Name: Natamycin Molecular Formula: C 33 H 47 NO 13 Molecular Weight: 665.73 g/mol Chemical Name: Stereoisomer of 22-[(3-amino-3,6-dideoxy- β-D-mannopyranosyl)oxy]-1,3,26- trihydroxy-12- methyl-10-oxo-6,11,28- trioxatricyclo[22.3.1.05,7] octacosa-8,14,16,18,20-pentaene-25- carboxylic acid. Other: Pimaricin The pH range is 5.0-7.5. chemical
有効成分
| 成分 | 含有量 |
|---|---|
| Natamycin | - |
適応症と用法
用量と投与方法
Side Effects Overview
禁忌
CONTRAINDICATIONS: NATACYN™ (natamycin ophthalmic suspension) 5% is contraindicated in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its components.
Frequently Asked Questions
INDICATIONS AND USAGE: NATACYN™ (natamycin ophthalmic suspension) 5% is indicated for the treatment of fungal blepharitis, conjunctivitis, and keratitis caused by susceptible organisms including Fusarium solani keratitis. As in other forms of suppurative keratitis, initial and sustained therapy of fungal keratitis should be determined by the clinical diagnosis, laboratory diagnosis by smear and culture of corneal scrapings and drug response. Whenever possible the in vitro activity of natamycin against the responsible fungus should be determined. The effectiveness of natamycin as …
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: SHAKE WELL BEFORE USING. The preferred initial dosage in fungal keratitis is one drop of NATACYN™ (natamycin ophthalmic suspension) 5% instilled in the conjunctival sac at hourly or two-hourly intervals. The frequency of application can usually be reduced to one drop 6 to 8 times daily after the first 3 to 4 days. Therapy should generally be continued for 14 to 21 days or until there is resolution of active fungal keratitis. In many cases, it may …
CONTRAINDICATIONS: NATACYN™ (natamycin ophthalmic suspension) 5% is contraindicated in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its components.
Natamycin is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
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- • DailyMed — Natamycin drug label (National Library of Medicine)
- • openFDA — Natamycin label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
- • RxNorm — RXCUI 204451 (NLM Normalized Drug Names)
- • NDC Directory — Natamycin (FDA National Drug Code)
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