Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Azithral Eye Ointment
Description:
Azithral Eye Ointment is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes. It is a broad-spectrum type of antibiotic effective in killing many types of bacteria in adults as well as children.
Azithral Eye Ointment should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. 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.
Ordinaryly seen side effects seen with this medicine include temporary eye irritation and burning sensation after administration. Some people may also complain of blurred vision, eye itching, or a feeling that something is there in the eyes. However, these usually resolve and are not bothersome. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. Contact lenses should not be worn while you are using this medicine or while you have a bacterial eye infection.
Uses:
- Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Azithral
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Warning & Precautions:
No interaction found/established
PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Azithral Eye Ointment is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Azithral Eye Ointment is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
It should be wiped off thoroughly prior to nursing if it is being applied to the breast or nipple area.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Azithral Eye Ointment alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
FAQs:
Q. Is Azithral Eye Ointment safe?
Azithral Eye Ointment is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. How should Azithral Eye Ointment be used?
The use of Azithral Eye Ointment should be restricted to the eyes only. Forever use Azithral Eye Ointment as advised by your doctor. Check with your doctor if you are not sure. Wash your hands before applying this medicine into the affected eye. Take care not to touch the eye or eyelids with the dropper tip of the container.
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