Chloramphenicol eye ointment is for simple eye infections called “acute bacterial conjunctivitis”. This is sometimes known as “red eye” because the white part of the affected eye(s) will be red and/or the eyelid(s) will be red or swollen. There may also be a sticky discharge which can make the eye difficult to open in the morning, and the eye may feel ‘gritty’ or ‘irritated’. Chloramphenicol eye ointment is not suitable for treating eye infections that have spread to the deeper layers of the eye coverings or into the fluid within the eyeball. Antibiotic tablets or injections are needed to treat these deeper and more serious infections.
Suitable for:
For children over 2 years, adults and the elderly.
Warnings & Cautions:
- Do not wear contact lenses during ocular infections.
- Do not use this eye ointment if you are allergic to chloramphenicol or anything else in the ointment.
- If you do not better within 48 hours talk to your doctor.
- If your eyes get worse see your doctor straight away.
How to use:
Please read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use.
For topical administration to the eye only.
Sterile until opened.
Use only in the eye.
For children over 2 years, adults and the elderly.
Dose:A small amount of ointment in the affected eye 3-4 times daily for 5 days.
After 5 days, throw away any eye ointment left.
Ingredients: Active ingredients: Chloramphenicol 1% w/w
Also contains: liquid paraffin and white petroleum.