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2019-03-10 16:14:21
Chloramphenicol eye ointment for6 month babies can be given ? redness and yellow excretions in both eyes
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Though the chloramphenicll can be sazfely used . However for proper guidance please share the close up pic of his eyes with information about pain redness watering discharge itching and blurring of vision Or consult an ophthalmologist nearby .

Answered2019-03-11 02:48:57

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Hello Chloramphenicol ointment is safe for infants. Redness and discharge could be due to conjunctivitis. Having said that it is provisional diagnosis. Kindly share photos of your eyes so that I may guide you better

Answered2019-03-10 16:37:04

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