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.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Natamycin. Full label: DailyMed.
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 a single agent in fungal endophthalmitis has not been established.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Natamycin. Full label: DailyMed.
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.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
NATACYN ® (natamycin ophthalmic suspension) 5% is contraindicated in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its components.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
The following events have been identified during post-marketing use of NATACYN ® (natamycin ophthalmic suspension) 5% in clinical practice. Because they are reported voluntarily from a population of unknown size, estimates of frequency cannot be made.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
28 products from 26 makers in the NepalDoc medicine catalog use this generic:
| Brand | Composition | Maker | Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmycin Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd | packet of 3 ml Eye Drop |
| Esnat Eye Drops | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Essential Pharmaceuticals | bottle of 5 ml Opthalmic Suspension |
| IO-Nata Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Maa Enterprise | bottle of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Kosnat 5% Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Elkos Healthcare Pvt Ltd | bottle of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Meganat 5% Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Jainson Biotech (India) Pvt Ltd | bottle of 5 ml Opthalmic Suspension |
| Myconat Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Optho Pharma Pvt Ltd | packet of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Nataaid Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Nri Vision Care India Limited | packet of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Natabact 5% Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Ikon Remedies Pvt Ltd | bottle of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Natacin Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd | packet of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Natadrops | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Cipla Ltd | packet of 10 ml Eye Drop |
| Natadrops Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Cipla Ltd | packet of 15 ml Eye Drop |
| Nataforce Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Mankind Pharma Ltd | packet of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Natahit 5% Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Realmed Pharma | bottle of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Natak Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Pharmtak Ophtalmics India Pvt Ltd | packet of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Natam Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Mepfarma India Pvt Ltd | bottle of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Natamet Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd | bottle of 5 ml Opthalmic Suspension |
| Nataone Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd | packet of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Natasol Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Senses Pharmaceuticals Ltd | packet of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Natasure 5% Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Kyna Pharmaceuticals | bottle of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Natcon Eye Drop | Natamycin (NA) | Ahlcon Parenterals India Limited | packet of 3 ml Eye Drop |
| Natflix Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Optho Life Sciences Pvt Ltd | bottle of 5 ml Ophthalmic Solution |
| Natoptic Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | FDC Ltd | packet of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Natpar 5% Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Growell Vision | bottle of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Natray Eye Drop | Natamycin (NA) | Raymed Pharmaceuticals Ltd | bottle of 3 ml Opthalmic Suspension |
| Navicin 5% Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Vision Pharma | bottle of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Noty Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Zodley Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | bottle of 3 ml Eye Drop |
| Ntc Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Vee Remedies | bottle of 5 ml Opthalmic Suspension |
| Zonat Eye Drop | Natamycin (5% w/v) | Sunways India Pvt Ltd | packet of 5 ml Eye Drop |
Brand list from the NepalDoc medicine catalog. Availability varies by pharmacy — call ahead to confirm stock.
STORAGE: Store between 2°C to 24°C (36°F-75°F).
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label.
This page is information only and is not medical advice. Medicine details come from the sources listed above and may change — always confirm the medicine, strength and dose with a pharmacist or doctor before use. NLEM listing does not guarantee that a medicine is in stock at any pharmacy.
