Chloromycetin Eye Ointment
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Pfizer Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Chloramphenicol (1% w/w) |
| Chemical Class | Amphenicols |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Chloramphenicol |
| User Rating | 4.9 |
| User Reviews | 464 |
FAQ
How long does Chloromycetin Eye takes to work?
Usually, Chloromycetin Eye starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Can I stop taking Chloromycetin Eye when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Chloromycetin Eye and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
What if I don't get better after using Chloromycetin Eye?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Chloromycetin Eye Ointment Reviews
Chloromycetin Eye is an antibiotic medicine. It is used to treat infections of the skin caused by bacteria. Its antibacterial action helps to kill the bacteria that cause infections.
Chloromycetin Eye is strictly advised to be used only on the skin. Apply it only on the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. You must use it as advised by the doctor. Wash immediately if there is accidental exposure of it on the eyes or mouth. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better, this ensures a complete cure of the infection. Commonly seen side effects seen with Chloromycetin Eye include temporary application site reaction (burning, itching, and redness). Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. This medicine should not be used for longer period without consulting your doctor.
Chloromycetin Eye is strictly advised to be used only on the skin. Apply it only on the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. You must use it as advised by the doctor. Wash immediately if there is accidental exposure of it on the eyes or mouth. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better, this ensures a complete cure of the infection. Commonly seen side effects seen with Chloromycetin Eye include temporary application site reaction (burning, itching, and redness). Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. This medicine should not be used for longer period without consulting your doctor.
How Chloromycetin Eye Ointment Works
Chloromycetin Eye is an antibiotic which stops the growth of bacteria that cause skin infections. It does so by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This does not directly kill the bacteria, but prevents them from increasing in numbers, and eventually clears up the skin infection.
How to Use Chloromycetin Eye Ointment
Take the medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Wipe the tip of the aplicap and cut the end with a clean instrument. Compress the body to squeeze out the contents and apply it to the affected area.
Uses of Chloromycetin Eye Ointment
- Bacterial skin infections
Chloromycetin Eye Ointment Side Effects
Safety Tips
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Chloromycetin Eye is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Chloromycetin Eye is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Quick Tips
- It should be applied to the affected areas, two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
- Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- You have been prescribed Chloromycetin Eye for the treatment of bacterial skin infections.
- Don't apply it to broken skin and take care to avoid getting it in your eyes, nose or mouth.
- Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if your skin problem hasn't improved after seven days of treatment.
- It may cause temporary burning, itching or a redness at application site. This is usually mild. Consult your doctor if you experience a more severe reaction.
- Treatment should be continued until at least two days after the condition has resolved.
References
- Chambers HF, Deck DH. Tetracyclines, Macrolides, Clindamycin, Chloramphenicol, Streptogramins, & Oxazolidiones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 802-803.
- MacDougall C, Chambers HF. Protein Synthesis Inhibitors and Miscellaneous Antibacterial Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1526-29.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 244-25.