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Terramycin Eye Ointment

Oxytetracycline (10mg)

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Terramycin Eye Ointment is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat infections of the eye caused by bacteria. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems.

Written By Dr. Swati Mishra, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS,
Last updated on 25 Oct 2026 | 01:03 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Oxytetracycline (10mg)

Marketer

Pfizer Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Terramycin Eye Ointment helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. Follow your doctor’s instructions precisely for administering this medicine in the eye. 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 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. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. Contact lenses should not be worn while you are using this medicine or while you have the bacterial eye infection.

Uses of Terramycin Eye Ointment

Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of Terramycin Eye Ointment

Bacterial eye infections
Terramycin Eye Ointment is a medicine that helps to treat eye infections caused by bacteria. It relieves symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness caused due to eye infections. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. This medicine will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.

Side effects of Terramycin Eye Ointment

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 Terramycin

Limited data available

How to use Terramycin 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.

How Terramycin Eye Ointment works

Terramycin Eye Ointment is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the eye by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This treats your eye infection and relieves discomfort, itching and irritation.

Quick tips

Always take oxytetracycline 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals as food and some dairy products may interfere with drug absorption.
If you are taking oxytetracycline for long-term, you may need periodic laboratory evaluation of organ systems such as blood tests, kidney and liver function tests.
Exercise caution if you are an elderly patient or have renal or hepatic impairment, myasthenia gravis (abnormal, progressive weakness of muscles), and systemic lupus erythematosus (auto immune disease in which immune system attacks its own organs)

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.

Driving

UNSAFE

Terramycin Eye Ointment may cause temporary visual disturbances. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Frequently asked questions

Can I drink milk while taking Terramycin Eye Ointment?

No, you should avoid using milk and milk products while taking Terramycin Eye Ointment. Consuming dairy products along with Terramycin Eye Ointment can decrease its absorption from the stomach, which may lead to inadequate affect of this medicine.

How long after taking Terramycin Eye Ointment can I eat?

It is best to wait for 2 hours after consuming Terramycin Eye Ointment. Consuming food along with Terramycin Eye Ointment may decrease its absorption from the stomach.

Can I take Terramycin Eye Ointment with food if its causing stomach upset?

Yes, you can take Terramycin Eye Ointment with food if its causing you stomach upset. However, avoid consuming milk and milk products 1 hr before and 2 hr after taking this medicine.

How long does Terramycin Eye Ointment takes to work?

Usually, Terramycin 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.

Can the use of Terramycin Eye Ointment cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Terramycin Eye Ointment can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Tetracyclines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Bacterial Protein Synthesis Inhibitors- Tetracyclines

References

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. 1043, 1339-142.
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Name: Pfizer Ltd
Address: The Capital, 1802, 18th Floor , Plot No. C-70, ‘G’ Block , Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East , Mumbai – 400051.

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Terramycin Eye Ointment

Benefits of Terramycin Eye Ointment

Side effects of Terramycin Eye Ointment

How to use Terramycin Eye Ointment

How Terramycin Eye Ointment works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Can I drink milk while taking Terramycin Eye Ointment?

How long after taking Terramycin Eye Ointment can I eat?

Can I take Terramycin Eye Ointment with food if its causing stomach upset?

How long does Terramycin Eye Ointment takes to work?

Can the use of Terramycin Eye Ointment cause diarrhea?

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References

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