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Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment
Manufactured byENTOD PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsChloramphenicol (10 mg) + Hydrocortisone (5 mg)
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Description
Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment is a combination of Chloramphenicol and Hydrocortisone. It is used for treating various eye infections caused by bacteria. This medicine works by stopping the growth of bacteria and reducing the swelling of the affected eye/eyes.
Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment can cause side effects like dry and irritated eyes. Most of these are temporary and resolve on their own. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after using this medicine as it can make your vision blurry.
Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment is for external use only. Use this medicine as directed by your doctor. Your dose will be dependent on your condition. Apply this medicine at the same time every day for the ease of remembering. Do not stop the application without consulting your doctor as your symptoms could reoccur.
Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment is not recommended in children below the age of three years. Inform your doctor about all your current medicines and pre-existing medical conditions. This will help your doctor to adjust your dose to avoid side effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment
Blurred vision
Dry eyes
Eye irritation
Eye pain and discomfort
Increased sensitivity of the eyes to sunlight
Uses of Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment
What is it prescribed for?
Bacterial eye infections
Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment is used to treat eye infections like conjunctivitis (infection of the outer membrane of the eyeball and the inner eyelid) and eyelid infections caused by bacteria. This medicine is not used for treating infections caused by viruses, fungus or any other non-bacterial infections.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The onset of action of Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment is not clinically known.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The duration for which Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment remains active is not clinically known.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been found for Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment is not recommended for use in pregnant women as not enough studies are done to understand its safety and efficacy. Consult with your doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment is not recommended to be used if you are breastfeeding as this medicine passes into breast milk, which may affect your infant. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment is not recommended for use in pregnant women as not enough studies are done to understand its safety and efficacy. Consult with your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment is not recommended to be used if you are breastfeeding as this medicine passes into breast milk, which may affect your infant. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Contact lens
Avoid using the contact lens if any signs and symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis such as eye redness, irritation, drainage, etc appear during or after using Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment.
Antibiotic resistance
Complete the entire course of treatment with Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance (a condition where infection-causing organisms develop the ability to defeat the effect of drugs designed to kill them).
Driving or operating machinery
In some people, Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment may cause blurred vision or eye discomfort and hence do not perform any activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms.
Secondary eye infections
Prolonged use of Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment can suppress the immunity (body's protective response) and thus increase the risk of secondary eye infections.
Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment. If a dose is skipped, do not add it up to the next dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical attention in case of an overdose with Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Bone marrow suppression
Use of Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment in people having suppressed bone marrow (spongy tissues inside your bones) should be avoided due to severe side effects. It could lead to several problems related to blood in such cases.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment is for external use only. Administer it as directed by your doctor. Do not touch your eyes with unwashed hands.
Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the tube close to the eye with the tip facing downwards and squeeze it. Close your eyes for 2 to 3 minutes.
Avoid sharing items like eyeglasses, contact lenses, pillows, towels, clothes, eye or face makeup when you are infected. Ensure that the treatment course is completed.
Report any severe undesired side effects or a lack of improvement to your doctor immediately.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Cortison Optichlor Eye Ointment is composed of Chloramphenicol and Hydrocortisone.
Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic that interferes with certain vital processes in the bacterial cell thereby stopping their growth and multiplication.
Hydrocortisone has anti-inflammatory properties which help in reducing the swelling associated with infections.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Eye/Ear Anti-infectives, Topical steroids with antibiotics
Schedule
Schedule H
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Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Hydrocortisone. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 29 November 2021].
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Information on this page was last updated on 1 Dec 2021
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