Chloramphenicol + Fluorometholone
Written By Dr. Lipika Khurana
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev SharmaLast updated 18 Feb 2020 | 11:53 AM (UTC)
Chloramphenicol + Fluorometholone Uses
Chloramphenicol+Fluorometholone is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections.
How Chloramphenicol + Fluorometholone works
Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic which stops bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Fluorometholone is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy after an allergy or infection.
Common side effects of Chloramphenicol + Fluorometholone
Eye discomfort, Eye irritation, Burning sensation in eye
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Frequently asked questions for Chloramphenicol + Fluorometholone
Usually, Chloramphenicol+Fluorometholone starts working soon after using it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
No, do not stop using Chloramphenicol+Fluorometholone and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.