Conicol Ophthalmic Ointment
Ophthalmic Ointment
Opsonin Pharma Ltd.Generic:
ChloramphenicolWeight:
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Chloramphenicol
Indications
Chloramphenicol is indicated for the treatment of ocular infections involving the conjunctiva and/or cornea caused by chloramphenicol-susceptible organisms. Such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, E.coli, H. influenzae, Klebsiella/Enterobacter spp, Moraxella lacunata, and Neisseria species.
Pharmacology
Chloramphenicol is a broad-spectrum bacteriostatic antibiotic which acts through the inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis by interfering with the transfer of activated amino acids from soluble RNA to ribosomes.
Dosage Administration
Adult and Children: Instill 1 or 2 drops in the conjunctival sac 4-6 times per day for the first 72 hours and then every 4 hours thereafter. Treatment should be continued for approximately 7 days, but should not be continued for more than 3 weeks without re-evaluation by the physician.
Contraindications
It is contraindicated in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity to Chloramphenicol or any ingredients of the preparation.
Side Effects
The systemic adverse reaction has not been observed within short-term topical use of Chloramphenicol. The most frequently reported adverse reactions have been burning, stinging, conjunctival hyperemia, blood dyscrasia, allergic or inflammatory reactions, vesicular and maculopapular dermatitis.
Pregnancy And Lactation
Safety for use in pregnancy and lactation has not been established. Therefore, use only when considered essential by the physicians.
Therapeutic
Accidental ingestion of the medicine is unlikely to cause any toxicity due to low content of antibiotic.
Storage Conditions
Ear Anti-Infectives & Antiseptics, Eye Anti-Infectives & Antiseptics, Macrolides
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