Natacyn (natamycin)
Ophthalmic Antifungals Ophthalmic (Eye) Suspension, Drops(Final Dosage Form)(Ml)
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Overview
Natamycin, a tetraene polyene, is an antifungal agent.
Natamycin 5% ophthalmic suspension is used in the topical treatment of blepharitis, conjunctivitis, and keratitis caused by susceptible fungi, including keratitis caused by Fusarium solani. The effectiveness of topical natamycin used alone in the treatment of fungal endophthalmitis has not been established.
Generic name: natamycin
Pronunciation: (NA-ta-MYE-sin)
Drug class: Ophthalmic Antifungals
Therapeutic class: Ophthalmic Agents
Reference product & biosimilars
No reference, biosimilar or interchangeable associated with this drug.
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Natacyn:
- Fungal Blepharitis
- Fungal Conjunctivitis
- Fungal Keratitis
Dosing
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| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Natacyn 5% Eye Drops | Maintenance | Instill 1 drop into affected eye(s) by ophthalmic route 4 times per day. |
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Drug interactions
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There are no contraindication interactions for this drug.
There are no severe interactions for this drug.
There are no moderate interactions for this drug.
Contraindications
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There are no contraindication contraindications for this drug.
There are no severe contraindications for this drug.
- No disease contraindications
Adverse reactions
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Rare or Very Rare
- Chemosis
- Chest pain
- Conjunctival hyperemia
- Corneal opacity
- Dyspnea
- Paresthesia
Less Frequent
- Ocular irritation
Rare or Very Rare
- Eye tearing
- Foreign body sensation of eye
- Ocular discomfort
- Ocular pain
- Visual changes
Precautions
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ICD codes
| Code | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Fungal blepharitis | ||
| H01.0 | ICD10CM | Blepharitis |
| H01.00 | ICD10CM | Unspecified blepharitis |
| H01.001 | ICD10CM | Unspecified blepharitis right upper eyelid |
| H01.002 | ICD10CM | Unspecified blepharitis right lower eyelid |
| H01.003 | ICD10CM | Unspecified blepharitis right eye, unspecified eyelid |
| H01.004 | ICD10CM | Unspecified blepharitis left upper eyelid |
| H01.005 | ICD10CM | Unspecified blepharitis left lower eyelid |
| H01.006 | ICD10CM | Unspecified blepharitis left eye, unspecified eyelid |
| H01.009 | ICD10CM | Unspecified blepharitis unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid |
| H01.00A | ICD10CM | Unspecified blepharitis right eye, upper and lower eyelids |
| H01.00B | ICD10CM | Unspecified blepharitis left eye, upper and lower eyelids |
| H01.01 | ICD10CM | Ulcerative blepharitis |
| H01.011 | ICD10CM | Ulcerative blepharitis right upper eyelid |
| H01.012 | ICD10CM | Ulcerative blepharitis right lower eyelid |
| H01.013 | ICD10CM | Ulcerative blepharitis right eye, unspecified eyelid |
| H01.014 | ICD10CM | Ulcerative blepharitis left upper eyelid |
| H01.015 | ICD10CM | Ulcerative blepharitis left lower eyelid |
| H01.016 | ICD10CM | Ulcerative blepharitis left eye, unspecified eyelid |
| H01.019 | ICD10CM | Ulcerative blepharitis unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid |
| H01.01A | ICD10CM | Ulcerative blepharitis right eye, upper and lower eyelids |
| H01.01B | ICD10CM | Ulcerative blepharitis left eye, upper and lower eyelids |
| H01.02 | ICD10CM | Squamous blepharitis |
| H01.021 | ICD10CM | Squamous blepharitis right upper eyelid |
| H01.022 | ICD10CM | Squamous blepharitis right lower eyelid |
| H01.023 | ICD10CM | Squamous blepharitis right eye, unspecified eyelid |
| H01.024 | ICD10CM | Squamous blepharitis left upper eyelid |
| H01.025 | ICD10CM | Squamous blepharitis left lower eyelid |
| H01.026 | ICD10CM | Squamous blepharitis left eye, unspecified eyelid |
| H01.029 | ICD10CM | Squamous blepharitis unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid |
| H01.02A | ICD10CM | Squamous blepharitis right eye, upper and lower eyelids |
| H01.02B | ICD10CM | Squamous blepharitis left eye, upper and lower eyelids |
| Fungal conjunctivitis | ||
| H10.02 | ICD10CM | Other mucopurulent conjunctivitis |
| H10.021 | ICD10CM | Other mucopurulent conjunctivitis, right eye |
| H10.022 | ICD10CM | Other mucopurulent conjunctivitis, left eye |
| H10.023 | ICD10CM | Other mucopurulent conjunctivitis, bilateral |
| H10.029 | ICD10CM | Other mucopurulent conjunctivitis, unspecified eye |
| H10.3 | ICD10CM | Unspecified acute conjunctivitis |
| H10.30 | ICD10CM | Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, unspecified eye |
| H10.31 | ICD10CM | Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, right eye |
| H10.32 | ICD10CM | Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, left eye |
| H10.33 | ICD10CM | Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, bilateral |
| Fungal keratitis | ||
| H16.06 | ICD10CM | Mycotic corneal ulcer |
| H16.061 | ICD10CM | Mycotic corneal ulcer, right eye |
| H16.062 | ICD10CM | Mycotic corneal ulcer, left eye |
| H16.063 | ICD10CM | Mycotic corneal ulcer, bilateral |
| H16.069 | ICD10CM | Mycotic corneal ulcer, unspecified eye |
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