Ocupol Dx Eye Ointment

Composition of Ocupol Dx Eye Ointment

Ocupol Dx Eye Ointment contains Chloramphenicol (10mg) + Dexamethasone (1mg) + Polymyxin B (10000IU). It belongs to the Antibacterial agent and Systemic corticosteroid class of medicines.

Uses of Ocupol Dx Eye Ointment

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections.

Key benefits

• Targets infections that other antibiotic groups do not reach
• Fast and powerful control of inflammation
• Life-saving in severe allergic and autoimmune disease

How Ocupol Dx Eye Ointment works

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment is a combination of two antibiotics (Chloramphenicol, Polymyxin B) and a steroid (Dexamethasone). The antibiotics work by killing the bacteria or stopping their growth. Together, they treat your eye infection effectively. The steroid blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.

How to take Ocupol Dx Eye Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next application, skip the missed one — applying extra does not make up for it.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and nerve symptoms. It can cause weight gain, high blood sugar, bone thinning and suppression of the body's own steroid production when it is taken over a prolonged period. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Ocupol Dx Eye Ointment

Most side effects of Ocupol Dx are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Eye discomfort Eye irritation Burning sensation in eye

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Ocupol Dx Eye Ointment

Warnings and precautions

Finish the whole course even after you feel better. Do not drink any alcohol while taking metronidazole, ornidazole or tinidazole, or for the period after the course that your doctor states — the combination causes severe flushing, vomiting and a racing heart. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Tetracyclines stain developing teeth and are avoided in young children and in pregnancy. Antibiotics do not work against colds, flu or most sore throats, which are caused by viruses. Never stop a course of more than a few days suddenly. Your body stops making its own steroid while you take these, and abrupt withdrawal can cause a dangerous collapse. Your doctor will taper the dose. Tell any doctor treating you that you take steroids, and say so urgently if you develop a serious infection, injury or need surgery — you may need a higher dose to cope. Steroids raise blood sugar. If you have diabetes, monitor it more closely during a course. Long-term use thins bones, raises the risk of infection, cataract and glaucoma. Your doctor will monitor and may add bone protection. Chickenpox and measles can be severe in people on steroids — seek advice promptly after any contact.

Do not take Ocupol Dx if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with an untreated systemic infection, except where the steroid is part of the treatment.

Interactions with other medicines

Antacids, iron, zinc and calcium reduce the absorption of tetracyclines — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner. Anti-inflammatory painkillers together with steroids markedly raise the risk of stomach bleeding. Live vaccines are generally avoided during significant steroid treatment.

How to store Ocupol Dx Eye Ointment

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Close the cap tightly after each use. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Ocupol Dx Eye Ointment

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li>You have been prescribed Ocupol DX Eye Ointment for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.</li> <li>Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.</li> <li>Do not use Ocupol DX Eye Ointment for more than the prescribed duration as it may cause glaucoma or secondary infection. </li> <li>Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.</li> <li>Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.</li> <li>It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.</li> <li>Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.</li> <li>Throw away any medicine left at the end of the 5 day course.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS LTD`

Therapeutic class:

Antibiotic and Corticosteroid

Drug class:

Antibacterial agent and Systemic corticosteroid