Chloramphenicol+Dexamethasone+Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections.
How Chloramphenicol + Dexamethasone + Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate works
Chloramphenicol + Dexamethasone + Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate is a combination of three medicines: Chloramphenicol , Dexamethasone and Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Dexamethasone is a steroid. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy. Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate is a preservative.
Common side effects of Chloramphenicol + Dexamethasone + Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate
Eye discomfort, Eye irritation, Burning sensation in eye
Usually, Chloramphenicol+Dexamethasone+Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate starts working soon after applying it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
No, do not stop applying Chloramphenicol+Dexamethasone+Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma