OCUPOL D EYE DPS

Overview

OCUPOL D EYE DPS is a Schedule H drug.

OCUPOL D EYE DPS is composed of: POLYMYXIN B (500.0 IU), CHLORAMPHENICOL (4.0 MG), DEXAMETHASONE (1.0 MG)


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

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 < 2yrs

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?

OCUPOL D EYE DPS is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions



  •  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

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

Technical Classification

CHLORAMPHENICOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

BIOSONE P EYE/EAR DPSINR 40 for 5 ML EYE/EAR DROPSDEXAMETHASONE 5000.0 IU, POLYMYXIN B 0.1 %, CHLORAMPHENICOL 0.5 %
DEXIMON P EYE DPSINR 22.5 for 5 ML EYE DROPPOLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL
DEXIMON P EYE OINTINR 25.88 for 5 GM EYE OINTMENTPOLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL
IMIX 10 EYE DPSINR 30 for 5 ML EYE DROPCHLORAMPHENICOL , DEXAMETHASONE , POLYMYXIN B
IMIX D 10 EYE DPSINR 80 for 5 ML EYE DROPDEXAMETHASONE , POLYMYXIN B , CHLORAMPHENICOL
IMIX D 5 EYE DPSINR 47.5 for 5 ML EYE DROPPOLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL
IMIX D EYE DPSINR 36.25 for 5 ML EYE DROPPOLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL
IMIX D EYE OINTINR 95 for 10 GM EYE OINTMENTPOLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL
IMIX EYE OINTINR 70 for 5 GM EYE OINTMENTDEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL , POLYMYXIN B
OCUPOL D EYE DPSINR 13.44 for 5 ML EYE DROPPOLYMYXIN B 500.0 IU, CHLORAMPHENICOL 4.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 1.0 MG
OCUPOL DX DPSINR 75.61 for 5 ML DROPPOLYMYXIN B 5000.0 IU, CHLORAMPHENICOL 4.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 1.0 MG
OCUPOL DX OINTINR 75.72 for 5 GM OINTMENTPOLYMYXIN B 10000 IU, CHLORAMPHENICOL 10 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 1 MG
PYCHLOR DEXA EYE DPSINR 11.3 for 5 ML EYE DROPCHLORAMPHENICOL , DEXAMETHASONE , POLYMYXIN B
PYCHLOR DEXA OINTINR 11.33 for 3 GM OINTMENTPOLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL
RENICOL PX EYE DPSINR 21 for 5 ML EYE DROPPOLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL
TAKCHLOR C 10MG/1MG/5000IU OINTINR 46.2 for 5 GM OINTMENTPOLYMYXIN B 5000.0 IU, CHLORAMPHENICOL 10.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 1.0 MG
TAKCHLOR C DPSINR 25 for 5 ML DROPPOLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL