₨ 8.30
MBBS
CLORAMIDINA 0.5% Ointment 5g
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Chloramphenicol:0.5%w/w
- Manufactured by : PPP
- Drug Strength : 0.5%w/w
- Drug Form : Ointment
- Pack Size : 5g
- Product SKU : dis_33477
Chloramphenicol:0.5%w/w | Antibacterials
Manufactured / Marketed By : PPP Product Form : OintmentPack Size : 5gIngredients : Chloramphenicol:0.5%w/wGeneric Category : Antibacterials
How it works
CLORAMIDINA 0.5% Ointment 5g is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for CLORAMIDINA 0.5% Ointment 5g
- Vision disturbances
- Dry eyes
- Eye swelling
- Increased sensitivity of the eyes to light
- Blurred vision
- Eye irritation
Uses of CLORAMIDINA 0.5% Ointment 5g
What is it prescribed for?
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Bacterial eye infections
This medicine is used for the treatment of serious bacterial eye infections such as bacterial conjunctivitis or pink eye, which is an inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva, caused by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Staphylococcus epidermis, etc.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to CLORAMIDINA 0.5% Ointment 5g or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.
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Drug resistance
Usage of this medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing benefits and may even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of developing bacteria that are drug-resistant.
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Contact lenses
Usage of contact lenses is not recommended in patients suffering from an eye infection.
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Driving or operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause blurred vision in some patients. If you experience blurred vision during treatment with this medicine, it is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery until your vision is clear.
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Contamination
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface since this may lead to contamination by bacteria. Patients are advised to take all hygienic precautions to ensure that the medicine is not contaminated.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not administer a double dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Fosphenytoin moderate
- Phenytoin moderate
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severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of bone marrow suppression since it may worsen the patient's condition. Close monitoring of complete blood cell counts is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
General Instructions
Use this medicine exactly as prescribed. Do not administer in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- Usage does not depend on food timings
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- webmd.com - Chloramphenicol [Internet]. Available from: https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-19138-880/chloramphenicol-ophthalmic-eye/chloramphenicol-ointment-ophthalmic/details [cited 11/9/2020].
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