Exphenicol Eye Onitment

Exphenicol Eye Onitment belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics, used to treat bacterial infections of the eye. Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.

Exphenicol Eye Onitment contains Chloramphenicol, which works by preventing the synthesis of nutrients essential for bacterial survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections.

Use Exphenicol Eye Onitment as directed by your doctor. You should use Exphenicol Eye Onitment for as long as your doctor has prescribed based on your medical condition. Common side effects include mild eye irritation, stinging sensation, and temporary blurred vision. If any of the side effects persist or become worse, consult your doctor for further guidance.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any ingredients in Exphenicol Eye Onitment. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using Exphenicol Eye Onitment. This medication may cause temporary blurred vision; therefore, drive only when your vision is clear. Exphenicol Eye Onitment should only be used in children when a doctor has prescribed it. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to prevent side effects/interactions.

Exphenicol Eye Onitment is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections. The detailed uses of Exphenicol Eye Onitment are as follows:

• Treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis:Exphenicol Eye Onitment is often used to treat pink eye caused by bacterial infection.
• Management of blepharitis:Exphenicol Eye Onitment reduces inflammation and infection of the eyelids.
• Prevention of eye infection after injury:Exphenicol Eye Onitment may be used to prevent bacterial infection in case of minor eye injuries.

• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.
• 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 medicine into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
• Exphenicol Eye Onitment is for ophthalmic use only. Avoid touching the applicator tip to prevent contamination.

Exphenicol Eye Onitment belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics, used to treat bacterial infections of the eye. Exphenicol Eye Onitment contains Chloramphenicol, which works by preventing the synthesis of nutrients essential for bacterial survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections.

Do not use Exphenicol Eye Onitment if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you or your family member has had problems with their blood or bone marrow if you have visual disturbances, severe pain in the eye, sensitivity to light, glaucoma, eye injury, dry eyes, kidney or liver problems, a sensation of having a foreign body in the eye, eye inflammation, if the eye looks cloudy or if the coloured part of the eye looks unusual, or if you have/had eye surgery. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not wear contact lenses during the course of treatment with Exphenicol Eye Onitment and for 24 hours after the last dose.