Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm

Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm is primarily used to treat bacterial infections of the eye, such as conjunctivitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane (conjunctiva) of the eye), keratitis (inflammation of the cornea), keratoconjunctivitis (inflammation of conjunctiva and cornea), blepharitis (inflammation of the eyelids), and blepharoconjunctivitis (inflammation of conjunctiva and eyelids).

Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm is composed of Bacitracin, Neomycin, and Polymyxin B. Bacitracin inhibits the synthesis of bacterial cell walls. Neomycin prevents the synthesis of essential proteins. Polymyxin B destroys bacterial membranes and causes the loss of essential metabolites in bacteria.

Common side effects of Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm include itching, redness of the eye, stinging/burning sensation, temporary blurred vision, and eye irritation. If the side effects persist longer or worsen, please seek a doctor's advice.

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm or any other medications. To prevent contamination, avoid contact with the eye, eyelids, fingers, and other surfaces of the dispensing container. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm. Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm is recommended for children only if advised by a doctor.

Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm is used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye. The detailed uses of Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm are as follows:

• Treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis: Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm is used to treat inflammation of the conjunctiva caused by bacterial infection.
• Management of keratitis: Treat bacterial infections of the cornea, reducing pain, redness, and vision disruption.
• Treatment of keratoconjunctivitis: Reduces bacterial-induced inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva.
• Management of blepharitis: Treats bacterial inflammation of the eyelids, helping reduce redness, irritation, and crusting.
• Treatment of blepharoconjunctivitis: Used to relieve infections that affect both the eyelids and conjunctiva simultaneously.
• Prevents bacterial growth: Prevents growth of bacteria by providing broad-spectrum antibiotic protection against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

• 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 and squeeze the prescribed amount of medicine into the pocket. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
• Avoid touching the tip of the applicator to your eyes, fingertips, or other surfaces to prevent contamination.

• Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm is composed of three antibiotic medicines, namely Bacitracin, Neomycin, and Polymyxin B.
• Bacitracin is a bacteriostatic medicine (stops the growth or reproduction of bacteria) that works by inhibiting the bacterial cell wall synthesis.
• Neomycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic and prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
• Polymyxin B, an antibiotic, destroys the bacterial membranes by binding to the phospholipids on the cell membranes of gram-negative bacteria.
• This process of binding causes the loss of essential metabolites in bacteria. Together, Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm helps treat bacterial eye infections.

• Inform your doctor if you have had any allergic reactions to Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm.
• If you wear contact lenses, remove them while administering the medicine to the eye.
• It is advised to check with your doctor before using Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Avoid driving or operating machines since Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm may temporarily blur your vision.
• Z-Plus Ophthalmic Ointment 5 gm should not be used in children unless advised by a doctor.