Aurocol Eye Drop 0.5%
bottle of 10.0 ml Eye Drop.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Chloramphenicol (0.5% w/v) |
| Manufacturer: | Aurolab |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Aurocol Eye Drop 0.5% is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the eye by killing the bacteria causing the infection. Aurocol Eye Drop 0.5% 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 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.
Aurocol Eye Drop 0.5% is an antibiotic which stops the growth of bacteria that cause eye infections. It does so by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This does not directly kill the bacteria but prevents them from increasing in numbers and eventually clears up the eye infection.
How long does it take for Aurocol Eye Drop 0.5% to start working?
Aurocol Eye Drop 0.5% typically begins to show its effects soon after administration. However, it may take a few days to effectively eliminate the harmful bacteria and achieve optimal results.
What if I don't experience improvement after using Aurocol Eye Drop 0.5%?
If you do not notice significant improvement after completing the full treatment course, or if your symptoms worsen while using this medication, consult your doctor for further guidance and potential adjustments to your treatment plan.
Can I discontinue Aurocol Eye Drop 0.5% once my symptoms subside?
No, it is essential to complete the full treatment course as directed by your doctor, even if your symptoms improve before the infection is fully cleared. Stopping treatment prematurely may lead to incomplete eradication of the infection and potential complications.
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.
- You have been prescribed Aurocol Eye Drop 0.5% for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Do not touch the tip to any surface or to your eye to avoid contamination.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- You should continue using the medicine for 48 hours after your symptoms have cleared up. However, do not use for longer than five days without consulting your doctor.
- It may cause short-term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
- Talk to your doctor if your symptoms haven't started to improve within two days of starting treatment, if they get worse during treatment, or if you get another eye infection.
- Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
- Throw away any medicine left at the end of the 5-day course.
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Breastfeed
Aurocol Eye Drop 0.5% is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Aurocol Eye Drop 0.5% 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.
