Medicine Details
Ocupol D Eye Ointment
Manufacturer: Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition: Chloramphenicol (10mg) + Dexamethasone (1mg) + Polymyxin B (10000IU)
Medicine Type: allopathy
Introduction: In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections Ocupol D Eye Ointment is used to treat bacterial infection of the eyes such as conjunctivitis or pink eye. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation in the eyes. Use it 2-3 times a day for atleast a week or as prescribed by the doctor. Your symptoms might improve after using Ocupol D Eye Ointment. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Benefits: This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.
Description: Ocupol D Eye Ointment is a combination of three medicines. It is used in treating bacterial infections of the eyes. It kills the bacteria that cause infection. It also relieves pain, itching, discomfort, and irritation. Ocupol D Eye Ointment is strictly advised to be used only in the eyes. Use it in the prescribed dose and duration. Apply it only to the affected eyes. You must wash your hand before administering the medicine. Do not use it more than the recommended dose. The medicine should not be stopped suddenly without a doctor's consultation. It is generally safe, but it may sometimes cause discomfort, irritation, and burning sensation in the eyes. These effects are mild and go away in some time. However, if these effects persist, you should consult the doctor immediately.
How to Use: Ocupol D Eye Ointment is a combination of two antibiotics (Chloramphenicol, Polymyxin B) and a steroid (Dexamethasone). The antibiotics work by killing the bacteria or stopping their growth. Together, they treat your eye infection effectively. The steroid blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.
Safety Advice: - Alcohol : - No interaction found/established - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Ocupol D Eye Ointment during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Ocupol D Eye Ointment during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether Ocupol D Eye Ointment alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. - Kidney : - No interaction found/established - Liver : - No interaction found/established
If Missed: If you miss a dose of Ocupol D Eye Ointment, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Packaging: Tube
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Primary Use: Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Side Effects: Eye irritation | Burning sensation in eye
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