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Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat bacterial eye and ear infections. It works by killing infection-causing bacteria and reducing inflammation. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as discomfort, irritation and burning sensation. Avoid touching the container's tip to the eye/ear or surrounding areas as it may contaminate the product.

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Written By Dr. Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , PharmD (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Optho Pharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Eye/Ear

Expires on or after :

Dec-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops

Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops is a combination medication prescribed to treat bacterial infections in the eyes or ears. It works by stopping bacterial growth and reducing the painful swelling, redness, and irritation that often accompany these infections.

It is important to use this medicine consistently at the exact times your doctor recommends to ensure the infection is completely cleared. To get the best results, always apply the drops regularly and maintain excellent hygiene, such as washing your hands before use. Common side effects may include mild stinging or burning immediately after applying the drops.

If you experience severe eye or ear pain, vision changes, or signs of an allergic reaction, stop using the medicine and contact your doctor immediately. Before starting, tell your doctor about all other medications you are using, as some topical treatments can interact with these drops.

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or caring for an elderly patient, use this medicine only under close medical supervision. Chloramphenicol carries a rare but serious risk of aplastic anaemia, even with topical use. Consult your doctor.

Uses of Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops

Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat bacterial infections in the eyes or ears. Understandably, eye or ear infections can be quite painful and disruptive; this medicine is designed to help you heal quickly and comfortably.  The detailed uses of Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops are as follows:

  • Bacterial eye infections: Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops helps clear conjunctivitis (pink eye) and other surface eye infections by destroying the bacteria causing the illness.
  • Bacterial ear infections: Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops treats outer ear canal infections by killing harmful bacteria and reducing painful swelling in the ear canal.
  • Post-surgery inflammation and infection prevention: Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops is used after certain eye surgeries to prevent bacterial infections and control swelling during recovery.

Key Benefits

By combining two antibiotics with a steroid, Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops provides rapid, multi-action relief from uncomfortable symptoms. This medicine brings several key health benefits:

  • Rapid pain and swelling relief: The swelling, redness, and throbbing pain in your eye or ear are quickly eased, allowing you to rest comfortably.
  • Fights the root cause: It targets and kills the specific bacteria causing the infection, preventing it from spreading or getting worse.
  • Faster recovery: Combining infection control with inflammation relief helps your delicate eye or ear tissues heal much faster than using antibiotics alone.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • For eye use: Tilt your head back and gently pull your lower eyelid downwards and instil the advised number of drops into the eye pouch.
  • For ear use: Tilt your head to the side and gently instil the advised number of drops into the ear. Keep your head tilted for a minute to allow the drops to soak in.
  • Do not touch the dropper with your bare hands to prevent contamination.

How Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops Works

To understand how Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops works, it is helpful to look at its three active ingredients and how they work together: Chloramphenicol is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. It works by stopping bacteria from making the proteins they need to grow and multiply. This prevents the infection from spreading. Dexamethasone is a steroid that reduces redness, swelling, itching, and pain by calming the body's inflammatory response. The polymyxin B antibiotic works by targeting and weakening the outer layer of bacteria, causing them to break apart and die.
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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol may affect your ability to fight infections. So, it is recommended to avoid alcohol consumption until your condition improves.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

The consequences of Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops during pregnancy are unknown; therefore, do not use it unless your doctor deems it necessary. Ask your doctor for advice before using this medication if you are pregnant, suspect you may be pregnant or are planning a pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

The consequences of Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops during breastfeeding are unknown; therefore, do not use it unless your doctor deems it necessary. Ask your doctor for advice before using this medication if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops may affect your vision. So, do not drive or operate heavy machinery until your vision clears after using Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops can be used to treat eye/ear infections in patients with liver diseases.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops can be used for treating eye/ear infections in patients with kidney problems.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops can be used with caution in children to treat middle and outer ear infections. Use it only if prescribed by a doctor.

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Heart

Safe if prescribed

Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops is generally considered safe for heart patients when used at prescribed doses. However, please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops should be used in elderly patients only if prescribed by a doctor. Seek medical advice if you have any concerns.

What if I have taken an overdose of Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops

If you accidentally swallow the drops or use too much, contact your doctor or go to an emergency room immediately for medical help. While serious problems are rare when this medicine is used correctly in the eyes or ears, swallowing it can be harmful.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid contact lenses: Do not wear contact lenses while treating an eye infection, as the lenses can trap bacteria and worsen the infection.
  • Keep ears dry: Keep your ears completely dry when bathing or swimming if you are treating an ear infection; use earplugs or a cotton ball coated with petroleum jelly to block water.
  • Wash your hands: Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, especially before and after touching your eyes or ears, to prevent spreading the infection.
  • Do not share personal items: Avoid sharing towels, pillows, or washcloths with others to protect them from catching the infection.
  • Avoid rubbing or inserting objects: Avoid rubbing your eyes or inserting cotton swabs into your ears, as this can irritate the delicate tissues and delay healing.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops to start to work: Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops ideally shows its action within 30 minutes to 1 hour after administration. The time for which the effects of Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops last: The duration of action for Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops is clinically unknown.

What if you forget to take Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops

If you miss a dose of Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

• Store Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops in a cool, dry place. Depending on the manufacturer's instructions, this medicine may need to be kept in the refrigerator at a temperature between 2°C and 8°C, or at controlled room temperature below 25°C.

Drug Warnings

  • Check before use: Check the solution before each use; do not use it if the liquid is cloudy, discoloured, or contains particles.
  • Keep the dropper clean: Never touch the tip of the dropper to your eye, ear, fingers, or any other surface to prevent bacterial contamination of the bottle.
  • Wait between medicines: If you are using other eye or ear drops, wait at least 5 to 10 minutes after applying Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops before using the other medication.
  • Use only as prescribed: Do not use this medicine for longer than prescribed; prolonged use of steroid drops can increase pressure in the eye or lead to secondary infections.
  • Remove contact lenses: Always remove contact lenses before applying eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them, unless your doctor advises you not to wear them at all.
  • Who should not use:  A known hypersensitivity to any of the three active ingredients of this product. 

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Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines, as they may interact.

  • Multiple Drops: Using other eye or ear drops at the same time can wash out Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops or increase the risk of side effects.
  • Steroids: If you are taking steroids long-term, combining them with steroid drops can slightly increase the risk of systemic steroid side effects. Talk to your doctor if you are using other topical medications.

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No clinically significant food interactions are known with Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops when used as directed.

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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIBIOTICS AND CORTICOSTEROIDS]

FAQs

Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat bacterial eye and ear infections.
Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of three medicines: Chloramphenicol, Dexamethasone and Polymyxin B. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic that acts by interfering with the formation of essential proteins required for bacterial growth. Dexamethasone is a steroid that reduces inflammation and symptoms associated with infection, such as redness and irritation. Polymyxin B is bactericidal and works by killing the bacterial cell by preventing bacterial cell wall formation, which is essential for survival. Together Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops prevent the spread of eye and ear infections caused by a wide range of gram-negative bacteria causing eye/ear infections.
You are recommended to maintain a minimum of 10 minutes time gap between using Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops and other eye drops and administering eye ointments in the last.
Store Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops in its original container in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep it out of the reach of children. Regularly check the expiration date on the label. When you need to dispose of the medicine, remove the label, place it in a plastic bag, and throw it away in the household trash. Remember, never flush the medicine down the toilet or sink.
Lie down and tilt your head backward. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor or Squeeze a tiny amount of the cream/ointment/gel into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
If you apply too much Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops wipe off the excess, with a clean cloth and wash the area with mild soap and water. Contact your doctor if you monitor any signs of irritation or allergic reactions.
The common side effects of Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops that may be caused in some individuals such as burning sensation, itchiness, irritation, and dryness. 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.
You should avoid wearing contact lenses while treating an eye infection, as lenses can trap bacteria and worsen the infection. Additionally, some preservatives in the drops can discolour soft contact lenses. Talk to your doctor about when it is safe to wear your lenses again.
While Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops is formulated for use in both the eye and the ear, you should only use the specific bottle as directed by your doctor. Never use a bottle of drops in your eye if it has already been used in your ear, as this can introduce harmful bacteria to your eye.
If your symptoms do not start to get better after a few days of consistent use, or if they get worse, contact your doctor. It may mean the infection is caused by a virus or fungus, which this medicine cannot treat.
You should only use Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops during pregnancy or breastfeeding if your doctor determines that the benefits outweigh the potential risks. Since some of the medicine can be absorbed into the body, it is essential to consult your healthcare provider.
Stopping the drops too early, even if you feel completely better, can allow the remaining bacteria to survive, multiply, and become resistant to antibiotics. This can cause the infection to return and make it harder to treat. Talk to your doctor if you experience bothersome side effects.
Yes, applying Hydromycin-D Eye/Ear Drops to your eyes can cause temporary blurred vision for a few minutes immediately after use. Avoid driving, operating machinery, or performing tasks that require clear vision until your sight returns to normal. Talk to your doctor if the blurry vision persists.
If the dropper tip touches any surface, including your eye, ear, or fingers, it can contaminate the remaining solution with bacteria. Wipe the tip gently with a clean tissue or cap it immediately, and monitor your symptoms. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you think the bottle needs to be replaced.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

34, New Ramesh Nagar Karnal Hr 132001 In
Other Info - HY72868
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