Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Chloramphenicol (10mg) + Hydrocortisone (5mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS
User Rating	4.3
User Reviews	565

FAQ

Can I stop using Cortison Optichlor Eye when I feel better?

No, do not stop using Cortison Optichlor Eye and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

How long does Cortison Optichlor Eye takes to work?

Usually, Cortison Optichlor Eye starts working soon after using it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

What if you forget to take Cortison Optichlor Eye?

If you miss a dose of Cortison Optichlor Eye, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment Reviews

Cortison Optichlor Eye is a medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections. It kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing bacteria in the eyes. This way it relieves the symptoms and speeds up the healing process.

Cortison Optichlor Eye is to be used only in the affected eye. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Use it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor or as instructed in the label. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Do not use too much or too little. Complete your dose and do not stop using the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop.

Use of this medicine may cause burning sensation, stinging, and irritation at the application site. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.

Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

How Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment Works

Cortison Optichlor Eye is a combination of two medicines: Chloramphenicol and Hydrocortisone. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic which stops bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Hydrocortisone is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause redness, swelling and itching after an allergy or infection.

How to Use Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.

Benefits of Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment

In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections: Cortison Optichlor Eye is used to treat bacterial infection of the eyes such as conjunctivitis or pink eye. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation in the eyes. Use it 2-3 times a day for atleast a week or as prescribed by the doctor. Your symptoms might improve after using Cortison Optichlor Eye. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Uses of Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Cortison Optichlor Eye during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Cortison Optichlor Eye during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Cortison Optichlor Eye may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Quick Tips

Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after putting the medication. This will prevent the medication from draining out. Try not to blink or rub your eye.
Wash your hands first before applying Cortison Optichlor Eye. To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface. If it does, squeeze out two or three drops straightaway onto some tissue and rinse the tip with saltwater.
Your doctor has prescribed Cortison Optichlor Eye to cure your eye infection and improve your symptoms.
Along with using Cortison Optichlor Eye, give warm compress to your eyes to get relief from itching and burning sensation.
Eye infections can cause your eyes to become more sensitive to sunlight than usual. Wearing sunglasses may help to prevent this.
Take care to avoid spreading the infection from one eye to the other, and to other members of your family. Washing your hands regularly (particularly after touching your eyes) and not sharing towels or pillows will help to prevent the infection from spreading.
Use it twice a day (in the morning and the evening). If your symptoms are particularly severe, your doctor may suggest you use them up to four times a day.
Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.