CD Eye Ointment 5 gm
Hicare Pharma
Uses of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Ear infection, Severe allergic reactions, Allergy symptoms, Cancer
Composition of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Chloramphenicol 10mg + Hydrocortisone 5mg
MRP:
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103.5
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Description
Bacterial eye infections
Uses
Chloramphenicol is generally used in treatment of the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used to treat certain types of serious infections caused by bacteria when other antibiotics cannot be used.
Hydrocortisone is generally used in treatment of allergy symptoms, cancer, eye disorders, severe allergic reactions and skin disorders
Hydrocortisone is generally used in treatment of allergy symptoms, cancer, eye disorders, severe allergic reactions and skin disorders
Side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Eye irritation
- Increased risk of infection
- Injection site reactions (pain
- Mood changes
- Nausea
- redness)
- swelling
- Taste change
- Vomiting
- Weight gain
How to use
Chloramphenicol is meant for external use only.Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. For directions before use, please check the label. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic. It stops the growth of bacteria by preventing supply of essential proteins required by them to carry out their functions resulting in clearing up the infection. This prevents the bacteria from reproducing and does not directly kil
Hydrocortisone is a steroid. It blocks the production of some chemical messengers that cause inflammation, redness, swlling & other allergies in the body thereby improving the condition.
Hydrocortisone is a steroid. It blocks the production of some chemical messengers that cause inflammation, redness, swlling & other allergies in the body thereby improving the condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Chloramphenicol bacteriostatic or bactericidal/ an antibiotic/does it contains penicillin/ does it contain steroids/ treat styes?
Chloramphenicol does not contain penicillin or steroids. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic and has both bactericidal and bacteriostatic effects against wide variety of gram positive and gram negative bacteria including E.coli.
Q. Is Chloramphenicol safe/ do Chloramphenicol cause aplastic anemia/ safe for babies?
Chloramphenicol is safe at prescribed dose and span; though, in some cases, it has led to unusual side effects such as aplastic anemia. Chloramphenicol should not be used in children under 2 years of age and used with extreme attention in children above 2 years of age particularly who have diarrhea or a stomach or bowel infection
Q. Does Chloramphenicol sting/ does Chloramphenicol cause dry eyes?
Chloramphenicol eye drops/ ointment may produce the transient burning or stinging sensation. It doesn't produce but in patients with dry eye syndrome should be used with extreme precaution.
Q. Can i take paracetamol with Chloramphenicol?
As of now no drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two and can be taken together. However, to be on safer side consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Is chloromycetin a penicillin/ an antibiotic/ with the formula/ chloromycetin is a drug for which disease?
Chloramphenicol is a brand name for Chloramphenicol. It is not penicillin. It is an antibiotic with the formula C11H12Cl2N2O5. It used in the treatment of serious infections in different parts of the body caused by bacteria by killing or preventing their growth
Q. Is chloromycetin over the counter/ is obtained from?
It is available on prescription only. It is not a over the counter medicine.
Q. Is Chloramphenicol and tetracycline similar?
Chloramphenicol and tetracycline belongs to similar kind of medicines with the same action, but their impact may differ upon individual response
Q. Is Chloromycetin the same as chlorsig?
Both Chloromycetin and chlorsig contains Chloramphenicol. Chlorsig is available as eye drop or ointment and Chloromycetin is an oral formulation.
Q. Is Hydrocortisone safe?
Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of medications called corticosteroids. Hydrocortisone is safe when used at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Hydrocortisone same as cortisone, cort stim, cort s?
Cort s is proprietary (brand) name of Hydrocortisone injection. Cortisone is other name of Hydrocortisone. Cort stim is contracted (short) form for cortisol stimulation test
Q. Is Hydrocortisone good for ringworm, cold sores, haemorrhoids, scars or burns?
No. Hydrocortisone is contraindicated in any condition where the skin is infected or inflamed
Q. Does Hydrocortisone help in eczema, acne, hives, dry skin and thrush?
Hydrocortisone relieves the itching associated with eczema and local swelling and itching associated with hives. It should not be used in acne, dry skin and thrush
Q. Can I take ibuprofen, Tylenol or Benadryl with Hydrocortisone?
NSAIDs like ibuprofen, Tylenol (acetaminophen), Benadryl (paracetamol, diphenhydramine, and phenylephrine) should not be taken if Hydrocortisone is being taken orally. There is however little chance of interaction between Hydrocortisone for local application and other drugs which are taken orally. Always follow the advice of the doctor regarding use of Hydrocortisone ointment/cream and other medications.
Chloramphenicol does not contain penicillin or steroids. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic and has both bactericidal and bacteriostatic effects against wide variety of gram positive and gram negative bacteria including E.coli.
Q. Is Chloramphenicol safe/ do Chloramphenicol cause aplastic anemia/ safe for babies?
Chloramphenicol is safe at prescribed dose and span; though, in some cases, it has led to unusual side effects such as aplastic anemia. Chloramphenicol should not be used in children under 2 years of age and used with extreme attention in children above 2 years of age particularly who have diarrhea or a stomach or bowel infection
Q. Does Chloramphenicol sting/ does Chloramphenicol cause dry eyes?
Chloramphenicol eye drops/ ointment may produce the transient burning or stinging sensation. It doesn't produce but in patients with dry eye syndrome should be used with extreme precaution.
Q. Can i take paracetamol with Chloramphenicol?
As of now no drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two and can be taken together. However, to be on safer side consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Is chloromycetin a penicillin/ an antibiotic/ with the formula/ chloromycetin is a drug for which disease?
Chloramphenicol is a brand name for Chloramphenicol. It is not penicillin. It is an antibiotic with the formula C11H12Cl2N2O5. It used in the treatment of serious infections in different parts of the body caused by bacteria by killing or preventing their growth
Q. Is chloromycetin over the counter/ is obtained from?
It is available on prescription only. It is not a over the counter medicine.
Q. Is Chloramphenicol and tetracycline similar?
Chloramphenicol and tetracycline belongs to similar kind of medicines with the same action, but their impact may differ upon individual response
Q. Is Chloromycetin the same as chlorsig?
Both Chloromycetin and chlorsig contains Chloramphenicol. Chlorsig is available as eye drop or ointment and Chloromycetin is an oral formulation.
Q. Is Hydrocortisone safe?
Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of medications called corticosteroids. Hydrocortisone is safe when used at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Hydrocortisone same as cortisone, cort stim, cort s?
Cort s is proprietary (brand) name of Hydrocortisone injection. Cortisone is other name of Hydrocortisone. Cort stim is contracted (short) form for cortisol stimulation test
Q. Is Hydrocortisone good for ringworm, cold sores, haemorrhoids, scars or burns?
No. Hydrocortisone is contraindicated in any condition where the skin is infected or inflamed
Q. Does Hydrocortisone help in eczema, acne, hives, dry skin and thrush?
Hydrocortisone relieves the itching associated with eczema and local swelling and itching associated with hives. It should not be used in acne, dry skin and thrush
Q. Can I take ibuprofen, Tylenol or Benadryl with Hydrocortisone?
NSAIDs like ibuprofen, Tylenol (acetaminophen), Benadryl (paracetamol, diphenhydramine, and phenylephrine) should not be taken if Hydrocortisone is being taken orally. There is however little chance of interaction between Hydrocortisone for local application and other drugs which are taken orally. Always follow the advice of the doctor regarding use of Hydrocortisone ointment/cream and other medications.
Expert Advice
- Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.Never take an antibiotic for a viral infection like a cold or the flu.
- Hydrocortisone is used to treat a variety of conditions that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.Hydrocortisone can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Hydrocortisone. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.Do not stop taking Hydrocortisone suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Product Details
SKU: PC-44939
Product Description: CD Eye Ointment 5 gm is manufactured by Hicare Pharma
Packing: Tube
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: CD Eye Ointment 5 gm is manufactured by Hicare Pharma
Packing: Tube
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
