In Bacterial eye infections Divicol Eye Drop is an antibiotic medicine. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain redness itching or soreness caused due to eye infections. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
How to use:
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
Description:
Divicol Eye Drop is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat infections of the eye caused by bacteria. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems.Divicol Eye Drop helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. Follow your doctor’s instructions precisely for administering this medicine in the eye. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.It is effective in killing many types of bacteria. However it will not work for other types of eye infections (e.g.viral) and therefore should only be used if prescribed by your doctor. Unnecessary use of any antibiotic can lead to a decrease in its effectiveness in the future.Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include temporary stinging in eyes and blurred vision after administration. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. Contact lenses should not be worn while you are using this medicine or while you have the bacterial eye infection. This medicine should not be used for longer than five days without consulting your doctor.
Benefits:
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
Safety Advise:
- Alcohol : None <p> No interaction found/established | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Divicol Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Divicol Eye Drop is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Divicol Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear. | - Kidney : None <p> No interaction found/established | - Liver : None <p> No interaction found/established
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Fact Box:
Chemical Class :: Amphenicols|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: OTOLOGICALS|Action Class :: Chloramphenicol
Primary Use:
Bacterial eye infections
Common Side Effects:
Stinging in the eyes | Blurred vision
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Q&A:
Q. How long does Divicol Eye Drop take to work?::: Usually Divicol Eye Drop starts working soon after taking it. However it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.| Q. What if I don't get better after using Divicol Eye Drop?::: Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.| Q. Can I stop taking Divicol Eye Drop when my symptoms are relieved?::: No do not stop taking Divicol Eye Drop and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.