Chloramphenicol, Polymixin B Sulphate & Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Ophthalmic Ointment

Composition:
Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B Sulphate + Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate

Indication:
✅ Treatment of bacterial eye infections such as bacterial conjunctivitis and blepharitis. ✅ Helps reduce eye redness, swelling, irritation, and inflammation associated with bacterial infections. ✅ Provides relief from itching, discomfort, and pain caused by infected and inflamed eyes. ✅ Used in steroid-responsive inflammatory eye conditions where bacterial infection is present or there is a risk of infection.

Uses

This eye ointment is commonly used for:

✔ Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye)
✔ Blepharitis (eyelid infection and inflammation)
✔ Keratitis caused by susceptible bacteria
✔ Post-operative eye inflammation with risk of bacterial infection
✔ Redness, swelling, and irritation associated with bacterial eye infections
✔ Infected eyelid conditions

Usual Dosage

Typical dosage is:

✔ Apply a small strip (about 1 cm) inside the affected eye(s)
✔ 2–4 times daily or as directed by the eye specialist
✔ Continue treatment for the prescribed duration, even if symptoms improve earlier

How to Use

1. Wash your hands thoroughly.
2. Tilt your head back.
3. Gently pull down the lower eyelid.
4. Apply a small strip of ointment inside the lower eyelid pocket.
5. Close the eye gently for 1–2 minutes.
6. Avoid touching the tube tip to the eye or any surface.
7. If using other eye medications, maintain a gap of at least 5–10 minutes.

Possible Side Effects

Usually mild and temporary:

✔ Mild burning or stinging sensation
✔ Temporary blurred vision after application
✔ Eye irritation or discomfort
✔ Redness or itching

Consult an eye doctor immediately if you experience:

✔ Severe eye pain
✔ Increased redness or swelling
✔ Vision changes
✔ Signs of allergic reaction
✔ Symptoms that worsen or do not improve

Important Tips

✔ Use only as prescribed by an eye specialist
✔ Do not wear contact lenses during active eye infection unless advised by your doctor
✔ Avoid touching the tube tip to prevent contamination
✔ Complete the full course of treatment
✔ Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
✔ Keep out of reach of children
✔ Do not use after the expiry date

Key Benefits

✔ Combines dual antibiotic action to fight bacterial infections
✔ Helps reduce redness, swelling, and inflammation
✔ Provides relief from eye discomfort associated with infection
✔ Supports faster recovery of infected and inflamed eyes
✔ Convenient ophthalmic ointment for prolonged contact with the eye surface