Isathal®
Active ingredient:
Fusidic acid
Description of the drug:
It is an antibiotic effective against Staphylococcus bacteria.
Form:
Ophthalmic gel
Indications:
This product is used in pets to treat eye infections caused by Staphylococcus bacteria.
Contra-indications:
This medication should not be used unless indicated otherwise by a veterinarian, in patients who are allergic to antibiotics in the same class as fusidic acid or other components of the formulation.
For more information on this subject, it is best to discuss with a veterinarian or consult the monograph that accompanies this product.
Recommended monitoring:
Make sure the condition of the animal improves.
Interactions with other medications:
Isathal® should not be mixed directly with any other medication. It is important to notify the veterinarian if the pet is already receiving other medications when starting treatment with Isathal®.
Storage :
At room temperature.
Warning:
Wash your hands after handling this product.
The eye should be cleaned with a non-irritating solution indicated for this purpose before applying the medication.
Avoid touching the eye with the tip of the container.
After applying the medication, simply close the eyelids and massage gently for a few seconds to fully extend the product over the entire surface of the eye.
Prevent the animal from cleaning the area near the eyes after application. If necessary, an Elizabethan collar can be used.
Disinfect the container tip with rubbing alcohol after each application.
Any ophthalmic preparation should be discarded 1 month after opening the container.
When different textures of ophthalmic medications are used at the same time, it is important to apply solutions first and then ointments.
In addition, it takes 5 minutes between ocular products to allow everyone to be absorbed and act appropriately.