Natacyn
NATACYN® (Alcon)
(natamycin ophthalmic suspension)
5% Sterile
DRUG DESCRIPTION
NATACYN® (natamycin ophthalmic suspension, USP) 5% is a sterile, antifungal drug for topical ophthalmic administration.
Established name: Natamycin
Chemical name :
Stereoisomer of 22-[(3-amino-3,6-dideoxy-ß -D-mannopyranosyl) oxy]-1,3, 26-trihydroxy-12-methyl-10- oxo-6,11,28-trioxatricyclo[22.3.1.0 5, 7 ]octacosa-8,14,16,18,20-pentaene-25-carboxylic acid.
Other: Pimaricin
Each mL of the suspension contains: Active: Natamycin 5% (50mg). Preservative: Benzalkonium Chloride 0.02%. Inactive: Sodium Hydroxide and/or Hydrochloric Acid (neutralized to adjust the pH), Purified Water.
Generic Name: Natamycin
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