Chloramphenicol 1% w/w Eye Ointment
Chloramphenicol Eye Ointment is an antibiotic used to treat acute bacterial conjunctivitis. It helps reduce redness, irritation, swelling, and sticky discharge caused by infection in the eye.
Precautions:
- Do not use if allergic to chloramphenicol.
- Not recommended for children under 2 years without medical advice.
- Do not wear contact lenses during treatment.
- Seek medical advice if you have eye pain, disturbed vision, light sensitivity, or if symptoms persist after 5 days.
- Always read the patient information leaflet before use.
Chloramphenicol works by stopping bacteria from producing the proteins they need to grow and multiply, clearing the infection.
How to use: Adults and children over 2 years: apply a thin strip of ointment inside the lower eyelid of the affected eye every 3 hours while awake, up to 4 times daily, for 5 days. Wash hands before and after use.
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