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.

Sometimes, you may experience side effects such as mild eye irritation, a stinging sensation, and temporary blurred vision. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Exphenicol Eye Onitment should be used in children above 2 years only if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid touching the tip of the container as it may contaminate the contents. 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 can be used to prevent bacterial infection in case of minor eye injuries.
• Support in post-operative eye care: Exphenicol Eye Onitment can be used to prevent infection after eye surgery.

• 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. Gently pull down your lower eyelid to form a pocket, and instil the recommended number of drops as advised by your doctor into the pocket of the eye. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
• Exphenicol Eye Onitment is for ophthalmic use only. Avoid touching the dropper's tip to avoid 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.