Excol
Composition for Excol Products
Excol Products are primarily used for
Bacterial eye infectionsProducts for Excol
Excol Eye Ointment
tube of 5 gm Eye Ointment
MRP₹75
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About Excol Products
Uses of Excol Products
Polymyxin B+Chloramphenicol is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections.
Excol Products side effects
Severe
Side Effects of Excol are Stinging sensation, Itching, Irritation, Dryness, Inflammation of hair follicles, Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth), Acneiform eruptions, Hypopigmentation, Perioral dermatitis, Allergic contact dermatitis, Skin maceration, Secondary infections, Skin atrophy, Stretch marks, Miliaria (sweat rash), Blood dyscrasias, Aplastic anemia, Hypersensitivity, Fever, Vesicular dermatitis, Maculopapular rash.
How Excol Products work
Polymyxin B + Chloramphenicol is a combination of two antibiotics: Polymyxin B + Chloramphenicol1 and Polymyxin B + Chloramphenicol2. These antibiotics work by killing the bacteria or stopping their growth in the affected area. Together, they treat your infection effectively.
In Depth Information for Excol Products
- Your doctor has prescribed Excol to cure your eye infection and improve your symptoms.
- Use it twice a day (in the morning and the evening). If your symptoms are particularly severe, your doctor may suggest you use them up to four times a day.
- To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface. If it does, squeeze out two or three drops straightaway onto some tissue and rinse the tip with saltwater.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication. This will prevent the medication from draining out.
- Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
- Eye infections can cause your eyes to become more sensitive to sunlight than usual. Wearing sunglasses may help to prevent this.
- Along with using Excol, give a warm compress to your eyes to get relief from itching and burning sensation.
- Take care to avoid spreading the infection from one eye to the other, and to other members of your family. Washing your hands regularly (particularly after touching your eyes) and not sharing towels or pillows will help to prevent the infection from spreading.
Patient Concerns about Excol Products
Frequently asked questions about Excol Products
Q. What is Excol Eye Ointment used for?
Excol Eye Ointment is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye, such as bacterial conjunctivitis. It contains two antibiotics that work together to stop harmful bacteria from growing and spreading in the eye.
Q. Who should not use Excol Eye Ointment?
Individuals should not use Excol Eye Ointment if they are allergic to any of its ingredients, have had bone marrow suppression caused by chloramphenicol, or have a personal or family history of serious blood disorders such as aplastic anaemia.
Q. Can Excol Eye Ointment be absorbed into the body?
Yes, chloramphenicol (present in Excol Eye Ointment) can be absorbed from the eye into the bloodstream. Although rare, this can sometimes cause serious side effects that affect the bone marrow.
Q. What are the serious risks of using Excol Eye Ointment?
Serious risks of Excol Eye Ointment include bone marrow suppression, which can lead to aplastic anaemia, and severe allergic reactions. These are rare but require immediate medical attention if symptoms appear.
Q. What precautions should I take before using Excol Eye Ointment?
Before using Excol Eye Ointment, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, any blood disorders, or if you are taking medicines that affect bone marrow. Avoid wearing contact lenses while you have an eye infection.
Q. Can long-term use of Excol Eye Ointment cause other infections?
Yes, using Excol Eye Ointment for a long time may allow other organisms, such as fungi, to overgrow in the eye. If new symptoms or worsening infection occur, stop using the medicine and seek medical advice.