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Chloromycetin Eye Ointment

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Product introduction

Chloromycetin Eye Ointment 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 Ointment 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 Ointment 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.

Uses of Chloromycetin Aplicap


Side effects of Chloromycetin Aplicap

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Chloromycetin

  • No common side effects seen

How to use Chloromycetin Aplicap

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.

How Chloromycetin Aplicap works

Chloromycetin Eye Ointment 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Chloromycetin Eye Ointment is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Chloromycetin Eye Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Chloromycetin Eye Ointment for the treatment of bacterial skin infections.
  • It should be applied to the affected areas, two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
  • 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.
  • Treatment should be continued until at least two days after the condition has resolved.
  • Don't apply it to broken skin and take care to avoid getting it in your eyes, nose or mouth. 
  • 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. 
  • 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Amphenicols
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Chloramphenicol

Interaction with drugs

Taking Chloromycetin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Life-threatening
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Serious
Brand(s): Shinosun
Serious

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FAQs

Q. How long does Chloromycetin Eye Ointment takes to work?

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

Q. What if I don't get better after using Chloromycetin Eye Ointment?

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.

Q. Can I stop taking Chloromycetin Eye Ointment when my symptoms are relieved?

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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.

Marketer details

Name: Pfizer Ltd
Address: The Capital, 1802, 18th Floor , Plot No. C-70, ‘G’ Block , Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East , Mumbai – 400051.
Country of origin: India

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