Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections Opthodex Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines that help to treat eye infections caused by bacteria. Chloramphenicol an active ingredient of this medicine kills and stops the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. Dexamethasone on the other hand helps relieve symptoms such as pain redness itching or soreness caused due to eye infections.\u003cbr>\u003cbr>This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. This medicine will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning. If you see no improvement even after a week talk to your doctor.

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.

Opthodex Eye Drop is a medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections. It kills and stops the growth of infection-causing bacteria. This way it helps in symptoms such as redness itching and swelling.Opthodex Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Use it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor or as instructed in the label. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Do not use too much or too little. Complete your dose and do not stop using the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop.Use of this medicine may cause burning sensation stinging and irritation at the application site. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However if they persist or get worse inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears nose or mouth immediately rinse it with water.Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

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.

- Alcohol : None <p> No interaction found/established | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Information regarding the use of Opthodex Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Information regarding the use of Opthodex Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Opthodex 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

If you miss a dose of Opthodex Eye Drop skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Burning sensation in eye | Eye irritation | Stinging in the eyes | Blurred vision

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

UNSAFE

Q. How to use Opthodex Eye Drop?::: Wash your hands before using Opthodex Eye Drop to avoid contamination and do not touch the tip of the dropper. If you wear contact lenses remove them before using Opthodex Eye Drop. To use this medicine tilt your head back look up and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch and then put Opthodex Eye Drop.| Q. Can the use of Opthodex Eye Drop cause blurry vision?::: Opthodex Eye Drop can blur your vision for a short period of time. Avoid driving or operating machinery just after using Opthodex Eye Drop.| Q. What can I do if I accidentally apply excess of Opthodex Eye Drop?::: In case you use excess of Opthodex Eye Drop wash your eyes with plenty of water. If irritation persists inform your doctor immediately.| Q. Can I stop using Opthodex Eye Drop when my symptoms are relieved?::: No do not stop taking Opthodex Eye Drop and complete the full course of treatment. Your symptoms may improve and you may start to feel better before the infection is completely cured. Take your medicine for the duration advised by your doctor.| Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Opthodex Eye Drop?::: Keep this medicine in the container it came in tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets children and other people.| Q. How long does Opthodex Eye Drop takes to work?::: Usually Opthodex Eye Drop starts working soon after using it. However it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.| Q. Can I stop using Opthodex Eye Drop when I feel better?::: No do not stop using Opthodex Eye Drop and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.