SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the eye (eg. conjunctivitis) and the eyelids (eg. blepharitis). It may also help to prevent an infection after an eye injury or surgery.

SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP stops the growth of bacteria and thereby helps to cure the underlying infection. Follow your doctor’s instructions precisely for administering this medicine in the eye. Wait for at least 5 minutes before applying any other eye medication. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

It is a broad-spectrum type of antibiotic effective in killing many types of bacteria. However, it will not work for other types of eye infections (e.g. viral) and therefore, should only be used if prescribed by your doctor. Unnecessary use of any antibiotic can lead to a decrease in its effectiveness in the future.

Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include temporary eye irritation and burning sensation after administration. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. It may cause some short-term blurring of vision when first used. Therefore, do not drive immediately after administering this medicine. Contact lens should not be worn while you are using this medicine or while you have an active eye infection.

Uses of Soframycin Eye Drop

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of Soframycin Eye Drop

In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP is an antibiotic medicine. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness caused due to eye infections. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

How to use Soframycin Eye Drop

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

How Soframycin Eye Drop works

SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

UNSAFE

SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Soframycin Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP, please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP helps treat bacterial infections of the eye.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins after instilling SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Aminoglycosides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Aminoglycosides

Interaction with drugs

Taking Soframycin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Abacavir

Brand(s): Abamune, A-Bec

Serious

Adefovir

Brand(s): Adesera, Adheb, Adfovir

Serious

Alendronic Acid

Brand(s): Alendrate, Alenost, Aldrofos

Serious

Amphotericin B

Brand(s): Amphocil

Serious

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Patient concerns

Which is the best cream for burn patients ?

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Apply Ointment Soframycin 1% cream

I HAVE HEAT BOIL ON MY NOSE. MY NOSE IS RED AND HAVE PAIN.

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

Apply locally soframycin cream

Hello mam i am 2 month pregnant. Last week i shaved my pubic hairs. From that day onwards i am having severe itching in the genital area. Kindly suggest me the some treatment. Is it ok to use ice at genital area.

Dr. Megha Tuli

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Yes dear you can use ice on the area. Meanwhile you can also apply betnovet or soframycin ointment to area to prevent or treat any infections that you might have caught on

User feedback

What are you using Soframycin Eye Drop for?

Bacterial inf*

100%

*Bacterial infections

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

67%

Average

33%

What were the side-effects while using SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP?

No Side Effec*

100%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Soframycin Eye Drop?

With or witho*

100%

*With or without food

Please rate SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP on price

Expensive

67%

Average

33%

FAQs

Q. Is SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP effective?

SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. I feel better now, can I stop using SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP?

No, you should not stop using SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP suddenly without talking to your doctor. This is because your symptoms may worsen and your infection may return. You may experience improvement in your symptoms before the infection is completely cleared. Therefore, for better results, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration. Stopping the medication too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence prevent complete healing.

Q. What should I do if I forget to use SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP?

If you forget to use SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP, do not worry and continue using SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.

Q. In which conditions is the use of SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP avoided?

Use of SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP should be avoided in patients who are allergic to SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP for the first time, consult your doctor.

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP?

Keep SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.

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SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP

Product introduction

Uses of Soframycin Eye Drop

Benefits of Soframycin Eye Drop

In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

How to use Soframycin Eye Drop

How Soframycin Eye Drop works

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Soframycin Eye Drop?

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Interaction with drugs

Patient concerns

User feedback

FAQs

Q. Is SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP effective?

Q. I feel better now, can I stop using SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP?

Q. What should I do if I forget to use SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP?

Q. In which conditions is the use of SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP avoided?

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of SOFRAMYCIN 0.5% EYE DROP?

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