Chlorsig Eye Ointment (Chloramphenicol) 10mg/g 4g tube
Brand Name: Chlorsig Eye Ointment
Drug Name: Chloramphenicol
Strength: 10mg/g
Packaging: 4g Tube
Form: Tube
Manufacturer: Sigmav
Country of Origin: Germany
Use
Chlorsig (Chloramphenicol) is a wide ranging antibiotic prescribed for a wide variety of bacterial eye infections such as conjunctivitis. It is an ointment which is applied to the eye(s), and can be used alone or with other medication, as directed by your physician.
Dosage and Administration
Chlorsig is for use on the eyes only. Dose as prescribed by your physician. Never change your dosage unless instructed to do so by a health care professional.
Chlorsig is normally used at two to four hour intervals. Open your eyes, and squeeze out a strip of ointment along your eyelid, and blink to ensure the ointment covers your eye. You vision may be blurry immediately after application, but do not worry, this will only last momentarily. Your eyes may also be sore, but this will also not last long.
As with all antibiotics it is very important you finish the course of medication you have been prescribed. Finishing early can result in relapses of the infection.
Side Effect
Inform your physician if any of these side effects below are persistent or bothersome.
- Tiredness or weakness
- Nausea
- Sore throat
- Diarrhea
- Pale skin
- Vomiting
- Abnormal bleeding or bruising
Inform your physician immediately if you experience any of these more serious side effects.
- Difficulty breathing
- Headaches
- Hives
- Confusion
- Fever
- Eye pain
- Skin rash
- Numbness, tingling, burning, or weakness of the hands or feet
- Vision loss
Precautions
Before you start this medication always disclose you full medical history, and details of any allergies, and medication you are taking or have recently taken, including over the counter drugs and recreational drugs. Tell your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, of if you have had:
- Any eye conditions
- Low magnesium or potassium levels
- Any abnormal blood cell condition in your family’s medical history
When using Chlorsig:
- Do not use contact lenses
- If you are diabetic, your body’s sugar levels may be affected by this medication, so take additional care and discuss with your physician if there is anything you should do differently.
- Do not drive a vehicle or operate heavy machinery soon after use
- Notify your physician if your condition is not improving after several days of use
Delivery Time: 7-14 Days
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