Chloramphenicol ophthalmic - antibacterial drug for local use in ophthalmology.
Release form and composition
The drug is available in the form of eye drops of 0.25% (5 or 10 ml in polymer dropper bottles, in a cardboard pack 1 bottle).
Active ingredient - chloramphenicol: in 1 ml of drops - 2.5 mg.
Indications for use
Treatment and prevention of infectious eye diseases:
- Blepharitis;
- Conjunctivitis;
- Keratitis
Contraindications
The use of chloramphenicol ophthalmic is contraindicated in the following cases:
- Skin diseases (eczema, psoriasis, fungal diseases);
- Oppression blood;
- Neonatal period;
- Pregnancy;
- Increased sensitivity to components.
Dosing and Administration
Levomitsetin should be dripped into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye 1 drop 3-4 times a day.
Side effects
Basically, the drug is well tolerated, in some cases, there are allergic reactions.
special instructions
Without consulting a doctor, you can use Levomycetin Ophthalmic for no more than 3 days.
Drug interaction
The simultaneous use of sulfa drugs is not recommended, since There is a possibility of increasing the inhibitory effect on blood formation.
Terms and conditions of storage
Store at a temperature not exceeding 30 ° C in a dark place and out of reach of children.
Shelf life - 2 years.