Opthomycetin
Opthomycetin Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections
About Opthomycetin Products
Uses of Opthomycetin Products
Chloramphenicol is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used to treat certain types of serious infections caused by bacteria when other antibiotics cannot be used.
Opthomycetin Products side effects
Severe
Side Effects of Opthomycetin are Vomiting, Nausea, Diarrhea, Glossitis (tongue inflammation), Hypersensitivity, Bone marrow depression, Increased bleeding time, Optic neuritis, Ototoxicity, Acidotic cardiovascular collapse, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Enterocolitis, Gray baby syndrome, Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), Blood dyscrasias, Headache, Depression, Delirium (acute confusional state), Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction, Superinfection.
How Opthomycetin Products work
Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic which stops the growth of bacteria. It does so by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This does not directly kill the bacteria, but prevents them from increasing in numbers, and eventually clears up the infection.
Patient Concerns about Opthomycetin Products
Frequently asked questions about Opthomycetin Products
Frequently asked questions about Chloramphenicol
Q. How long does Opthomycetin Eye Drop take to work?
Usually, Opthomycetin Eye Drop starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Opthomycetin Eye Drop?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Q. Can I stop taking Opthomycetin Eye Drop when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Opthomycetin Eye Drop and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Products for Opthomycetin
Opthomycetin Eye Drop
packet of 5 ml Eye Drop
MRP
₹20
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