CD Eye Ointment : Uses, Price, Side Effects, Composition, Substitutes, Precautions and Advice - Hicare Pharma | tube of 5 gm Eye Ointment

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Composition for CD Eye Ointment

Chloramphenicol (10mg), Hydrocortisone (5mg)

Prescription Required

Primarily used for

Bacterial infections, Severe allergic reaction

₹59

5 gm in 1 tube

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Medicine Overview

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Medicine Overview of CD Eye Ointment

Uses of Chloramphenicol

Chloramphenicol is used in the treatment of bacterial infections
It is used to treat certain types of serious infections caused by bacteria when other antibiotics cannot be used.

Side effects of Chloramphenicol

Common

Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhoea, Altered taste.

How to use Chloramphenicol

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/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.

How CD Eye Ointment works

Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins, required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Uses of Hydrocortisone

Hydrocortisone is used in the treatment of severe allergic reaction, allergic disorders, cancer, skin disorders and eye disorders.

Side effects of Hydrocortisone

Common

Electrolyte imbalance, Redistribution/accumulation of body fat, Increased risk of infection, Bone degradation, Skin scar, Behavioural changes, Altered bone growth, Increased blood pressure, Muscle disorders, Increased glucose level in blood, Cataract.

How to use Hydrocortisone

How CD Eye Ointment works

Hydrocortisone belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids. It prevents and treats the allergic and inflammatory reactions by decreasing the number of blood cells that cause inflammation and allergy. .

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Expert advice for Chloramphenicol

Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.
Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.
Never take an antibiotic for a viral infection like a cold or the flu.

Expert advice for Hydrocortisone

Do not use these medicine:

if you are allergic to hydrocortisone or any of the other ingredients in this medicine.
on broken or infected skin.
on the face or near your eyes.
on the anal or genital areas.
if you are pregnant.

Do not apply plasters or dressings over the cream. Do not use on children under 10 years, unless your doctor tells you to. Do not use for a duration more than that is prescribed by your doctor, especially in children. Do consult your doctor, if the skin condition does not improve after application at prescribed dose and duration. The injection can may make you dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely.The injection may mask signs of infection or put you at greater risk of developing very serious infections. Report to your doctor any injuries or signs of infection (e.g., persistent sore throat/cough/fever, pain during urination, muscle aches) that occur while using this medication or within 12 months after stopping it.

Warnings

Special precautions for CD Eye Ointment

Alcohol

No interaction found

Pregnancy

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

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Lactation

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Patient Concerns

Frequently asked questions for CD Eye Ointment

Frequently asked questions for Chloramphenicol

Q. Is chloramphenicol bacteriostatic or bactericidal/ an antibiotic/does it contains penicillin/ does it contain steroids/ treat styes?

Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic and exerts both bactericidal and bacteriostatic against wide variety of gram positive and gram negative bacteria including E.coli. No, it does not contain penicillin or steroids

Q. Is chloramphenicol safe/ do chloramphenicol cause aplastic anemia/ safe for babies?

Chloramphenicol is safe at recommended dose and duration; however, in some cases it has led to rare side effects such as aplastic anemia. Chloramphenicol should not be used in children under 2 years of age and used be with extreme caution in children above 2 years of age especially who have diarrhea or a stomach or bowel infection

Q. Does chloramphenicol sting/ does chloramphenicol cause dry eyes?

Chloramphenicol eye drops/ ointment may cause transient burning or stinging sensation. It does not cause but should be used with extreme precaution in patients with dry eye syndrome

Q. Can i take paracetamol with chloramphenicol?

Chloramphenicol is not known to have any drug interactions with paracetamol, however, it should be taken together as per doctor's advice

Q. Is chloromycetin a penicillin/ an antibiotic/ with the formula/ chloromycetin is a drug for which disease?

Chloramphenicol is a brand name for chloramphenicol. It is not penicillin. It is an antibiotic with the formula C11H12Cl2N2O5. It used in the treatment of serious infections in different parts of the body caused by bacteria by killing or preventing their growth

Q. Is chloromycetin over the counter/ is obtained from?

No, it is available only with your doctor's prescription

Q. Is chloramphenicol and tetracycline similar?

Chloramphenicol and tetracycline belongs to same category of drugs with similar action, but their effect may vary upon individual response

Q. Is Chloromycetin the same as chlorsig?

Both Chloromycetin and chlorsig contains chloramphenicol. Chlorsig is available as eye drop or ointment and Chloromycetin is an oral formulation.

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Frequently asked questions for Hydrocortisone

Q. Is hydrocortisone safe?

Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of medications called corticosteroids. Hydrocortisone is safe when used at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Is hydrocortisone same as cortisone, cort stim, cort s?

Cort s is proprietary (brand) name of hydrocortisone injection. Cortisone is other name of hydrocortisone. Cort stim is contracted (short) form for cortisol stimulation test

Q. Is hydrocortisone good for ringworm, cold sores, haemorrhoids, scars or burns?

No. Hydrocortisone is contraindicated in any condition where the skin is infected or inflamed

Q. Does hydrocortisone help in eczema, acne, hives, dry skin and thrush?

Hydrocortisone relieves the itching associated with eczema and local swelling and itching associated with hives. It should not be used in acne, dry skin and thrush

Q. Can I take ibuprofen, Tylenol or Benadryl with hydrocortisone?

NSAIDs like ibuprofen, Tylenol (acetaminophen), Benadryl (paracetamol, diphenhydramine, and phenylephrine) should not be taken if hydrocortisone is being taken orally. There is however little chance of interaction between hydrocortisone for local application and other drugs which are taken orally. Always follow the advice of the doctor regarding use of hydrocortisone ointment/cream and other medications.

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