Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm

Description

About Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm

Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm belongs to a combination of medicines called ‘antibiotics’ primarily used to treat bacterial infections of the eye (optic) and ear (otic). Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm does not work against infections caused by viruses and fungus.

Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Polymyxin B and Chloramphenicol. Polymyxin B is bactericidal, which kills the bacteria by preventing the formation of bacterial cell walls essential for their survival. Chloramphenicol is bacteriostatic, which prevents bacterial growth by inhibiting the production of essential proteins necessary for the growth, and multiplication of the bacteria. Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm prevents the spread of eye and ear infections caused by a wide range of gram-negative bacteria causing eye/ear infections.

Use Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine is only for use in the eyes. Do not swallow or inject Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm. You are advised to use this medicine for as long as your doctor has prescribed it based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience redness, itching, irritation, burning or stinging sensation in the eyes, blurred vision, sensitivity to light, eyelid swelling, itching, or crusting as side effects. Most of these side effects of Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if any of these side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm should be used with caution in children. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm. You are recommended not to use contact lenses during the course of Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm as it may worsen the infection. If you get any new eye problem, an eye infection, or notice any allergic reactions such as itching or redness of the eye and skin rash, please consult your doctor immediately. You are advised to maintain a 10 minutes time gap between using Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm and other eye drops. Please do not contact the container tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm and cause eye infections.

Uses of Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm

Treatment of Bacterial eye infection (conjunctivitis), Bacterial ear infection (otitis media).

Medicinal Benefits

Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm is a combination of two antibiotics: Polymyxin B and Chloramphenicol. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye like conjunctivitis and ear infections like otitis media. Polymyxin B is bactericidal (kills bacteria) in nature, inhibiting bacterial cell wall formation required for their survival. Thus, it prevents the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stops the leakage of cell contents. Chloramphenicol is bacteriostatic (prevents bacteria growth) in nature with excellent eye penetration and exhibits broad-spectrum coverage against various bacteria, which causes eye/ear infections by preventing the protein synthesis process required for the survival of the bacteria causing eye/ear infection.

Directions for Use

Eye drops: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.Eye ointment: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Squeeze a tiny amount of the ointment into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm

• Redness in eyes
• Itching eyes
• Irritation, burning or stinging sensation in the eyes
• Blurred vision
• Increased sensitivity to light
• Eyelid swelling

In-depth Information

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm should be used with caution in children. You are advised to consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using this medicine. You are recommended not to use contact lenses during the course of Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm as it may worsen the infection. If you get any new eye problem, an eye infection, or notice any allergic reactions such as itching or redness of the eye and skin rash, please consult your doctor immediately. You are advised to maintain 10 minutes time gap between using Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm and other eye drops. Please do not touch the container tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm and cause eye infections.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug- Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have epithelial herpes keratitis, viral diseases of conjunctiva and cornea, fungal diseases of ocular structures, mycobacterial infections of the eye, vaccinia (virus) or varicella (chickenpox), inform your doctor before using Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

• Wash your hands with soap and water frequently.
• Keep your clothes, towels and bedsheets separate from others.
• Maintain good hygiene of contact lenses. Wash your hands thoroughly before wearing and after removing contact lenses.
• Avoid wearing contact lenses while swimming. In case you use them mistakenly, get a new pair.
• Wear protective eye gear if you are cycling or trekking through the forest.
• If you have irritation in the eyes, avoid rubbing them.

Special Advise

Please consult an eye specialist if your eye infection persists or worsens even after using Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm for a week.

Patients Concern

Disease/Condition Glossary

Conjunctivitis: Conjunctivitis or pink eye is the infection and inflammation of the transparent layer (conjunctiva) that lines the eyelid and covers the white part of the eyeball. It causes bacterial infection thereby causing inflamed conjunctiva, making the white part of the eyeball look pink in colour.