Chlorocol Eye Ointment

Making informed decisions about your health is essential. This page offers a detailed look at Chlorocol Eye Ointment, providing you with the facts about its therapeutic uses, recommended dosage, potential side effects, drug interactions, and other vital information. Use this knowledge to have meaningful conversations with your healthcare provider about Chlorocol Eye Ointment and your treatment options.

MRP: ₹ 31.5
Packing: 3.0 gm in 1 tube
Salt Combination: Chloramphenicol (1% w/w)
Brand: Jawa Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Uses: Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections

Description

Chlorocol Eye Ointment is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial eye/ear infections
It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms
Chlorocol Eye Ointment is for external use only
Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor
Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it
Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear
Wipe off extra liquid
Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
It may cause stinging, burning or irritation in and around eyes, irritation of ear, and eye/ear itching immediately following application
However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own
Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration
While used for eye infections, it may cause short-term blurring of vision when first used
Use caution before driving or using machines
Do not wear contact lenses while using the medicine.

Cautions

Liver:	No interaction found/established
Kidney:	No interaction found/established
Driving:	UNSAFE: Chlorocol Eye Ointment may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Chlorocol Eye Ointment is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Chlorocol Eye Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	No interaction found/established
Drug Action:	Chloramphenicol
Therapeutic class:	OTOLOGICALS
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Amphenicols

Uses of Chlorocol Eye Ointment

In Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections Chlorocol Eye Ointment is an antibiotic medicine
It stops the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection
It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching, soreness or ear discharge caused due to eye/ear infections
The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition
Make sure you complete the full course of treatment
This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.