CHLOROMIDE 20%W/V/0.5%W/V EYE DPS

Overview

CHLOROMIDE 20%W/V/0.5%W/V EYE DPS is a Schedule H antibiotic.

CHLOROMIDE 20%W/V/0.5%W/V EYE DPS is composed of: SULFACETAMIDE (20.0 %W/V), CHLORAMPHENICOL (0.5 %W/V)

Sulfacetamide is an antibiotic. Sulfacetamide ophthalmic (for use in the eyes) is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes.

Chloramphenicol is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used to treat certain types of serious infections caused by bacteria when other antibiotics cannot be used.Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins, required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Usage

SULFACETAMIDE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection

CHLORAMPHENICOL is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Meningitis, Otitis Externa, Salmonellosis (Salmonella Infections), Rickettsiosis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

CHLOROMIDE 20%W/V/0.5%W/V EYE DPS is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions for CHLOROMIDE 20%W/V/0.5%W/V EYE DPS and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of discharge from eye, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection. Extreme caution needed for children less than 2 years old.

•  Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.
•  Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.
•  Never take an antibiotic for a viral infection like a cold or the flu.
• If your symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CHLORAMPHENICOL over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

SULFACETAMIDE : Eyes Burn, Eyes Redness, Eyes Itching, Eyes Swelling
CHLORAMPHENICOL : Diarrhoea, Pale Skin, Throat Soreness, Fever, Weakness (generalized), Nausea, Vomit

Serious Side-Effects

CHLORAMPHENICOL : Vision Problems

Rare Side-Effects

CHLORAMPHENICOL : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Drowsiness, Confusion, Head Headache, Eyes Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Feet Weakness

Disease Interactions

CHLORAMPHENICOL can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure, Colitis

Technical Classification

SULFACETAMIDE is categorized as: OPHTHALMIC ANTI-INFECTIVES / OPHTHALMIC PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS
CHLORAMPHENICOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for CHLOROMIDE 20%W/V/0.5%W/V EYE DPS

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CHLOROMIDE 20%W/V/0.5%W/V EYE DPS

INR 43 for 10 ML EYE DROP

SULFACETAMIDE 20.0 %W/V, CHLORAMPHENICOL 0.5 %W/V

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

SULPHACHLOR EYE DPS

INR 57.54 for 5 ML EYE DROP

SULFACETAMIDE 20.0 %, CHLORAMPHENICOL 0.5 %