Introduction About OPTICHLOR SL EYE OINTMENT
OPTICHLOR SL EYE OINTMENT contains a medicine called Chloramphenicol which belongs to the group of medicine called Antibiotics. It is used for the management of acute bacterial conjunctivitis.
Bacterial conjunctivitis is also known as pink eye or Madras eye. Conjunctivitis is an infection of the outer surfaces of the eye. The infected eye will have redness, discomfort, itching, sticky discharge or gritty in the eyes.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have kidney, liver, and heart problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.
The common side effect of this medicine is stinging or burning in and around the eyes. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Uses Of OPTICHLOR SL EYE OINTMENT
- Used to manage acute bacterial conjunctivitis
How OPTICHLOR SL EYE OINTMENT Works
OPTICHLOR SL EYE OINTMENT belongs to an antibiotic which stops the growth of bacteria that cause eye infections. It does so by managing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This does not directly remove the bacteria but manages them from increasing in numbers and eventually clears up the eye infection.
How to use OPTICHLOR SL EYE OINTMENT
Always use the OPTICHLOR SL EYE OINTMENT as prescribed by the doctor. It is for ophthalmic use only. Check the label for directions before use.
Side Effects Of OPTICHLOR SL EYE OINTMENT
Common
- stinging or burning in and around the eyes
- irritation, swelling, watery eyes or sensitivity to light
Rare
Contact your doctor immediately, if you have,
- wheeziness (shortness of breath), fever, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, throat, neck, itching or rash with swelling of the skin
- sore throat, bruising or being unable to overcome an infection
- changes in blood cells causing severe tiredness or easy bruising
- eyesight problems
- tiredness, headaches, fever, severe chills, bleeding or bruising more easily than normal, nosebleeds
- drop in blood pressure
- feeling generally weak and tired or another infection or easy bleeding or bruising
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