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Chlorocol Eye Ointment
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Chlorocol Eye Ointment is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat infections of the eye caused by bacteria. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems.
Used in treating bacterial infections
Used in treating bacterial infections
Uses of Chlorocol Eye Ointment
- Bacterial eye infections
Benefits of Chlorocol Eye Ointment
In Bacterial eye infections
Chlorocol Eye Ointment is an antibiotic medicine. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness caused due to eye 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.
Side effects of Chlorocol Eye Ointment
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Chlorocol
- Stinging in the eyes
- Blurred vision
How to use Chlorocol Eye Ointment
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.
How Chlorocol Eye Ointment works
Chlorocol Eye Ointment is an antibiotic which stops the growth of bacteria that cause eye infections. 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 eye infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
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.
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.
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.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Chlorocol Eye Ointment for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- You should continue using the medicine for 48 hours after your symptoms have cleared up. However, do not use for longer than five days without consulting your doctor.
- It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
- Talk to your doctor if your symptoms haven't started to improve within two days of starting treatment, if they get worse during treatment, or if you get another eye infection.
- Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
- Throw away any medicine left at the end of the 5 day course.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Amphenicols
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OTOLOGICALS
Action Class
Chloramphenicol
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Chlorocol Eye Ointment
Once A Day
66%
Twice A Day
20%
Thrice A Day
12%
Four Times A *
2%
*Four Times A Day
FAQs
How long does Chlorocol Eye Ointment take to work?
Usually, Chlorocol Eye Ointment starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
What if I don't get better after using Chlorocol Eye Ointment?
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.
Can I stop taking Chlorocol Eye Ointment when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Chlorocol Eye Ointment and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- MacDougall C, Chambers HF. Protein Synthesis Inhibitors and Miscellaneous Antibacterial Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1526-29.
- Chambers HF, Deck DH. Tetracyclines, Macrolides, Clindamycin, Chloramphenicol, Streptogramins, & Oxazolidiones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 802-803.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 244-25.
- Chloramphenicol. Romford, Essex: Martindale Pharma; 2010 [revised 18 Apr. 2017]. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details
Name: Jawa Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: 548 , Udai Marg , Tilak Nagar , Jaipur-302004 (Rajasthan)
Country of origin: Germany
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Chlorocol Eye Ointment. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Chlorocol Eye Ointment. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
In case of any issues, contact us
Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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