Ocupol – Bottle of 5 ml Eye/Ear Drops

Description

Ocupol – Bottle of 5 ml Eye/Ear Drops

Type: Combination antibiotic eye/ear drop
Form: Sterile ophthalmic/otic solution
Pack Size: 5 ml bottle
Route: For external use only – either in eyes or ears

✅ Composition (per ml):

💊 Therapeutic Uses:

👁️ As Eye Drops:

• Bacterial conjunctivitis

• Blepharitis (eyelid inflammation)

• Keratitis (non-viral)

• Post-surgical eye infections

👂 As Ear Drops:

• Otitis externa (outer ear infection)

• Ear discharge due to bacterial infection (if eardrum is intact)

💡 Always use under medical supervision, especially for eye conditions.

⚙️ Mechanism of Action:

• Chloramphenicol inhibits bacterial protein synthesis

• Polymyxin B disrupts bacterial cell membranes
  → Together they act synergistically against a broad spectrum of bacteria

🧴 Dosage (Typical):

👁️ Eyes:

• 1–2 drops into the affected eye(s), every 4–6 hours, or as prescribed

👂 Ears:

• 2–3 drops into the affected ear(s), 2–3 times daily

Shake well before use and wash hands before application.

⚠️ Precautions:

• Do not use in viral or fungal infections

• Do not use while wearing contact lenses

• Prolonged use may lead to superinfections (like fungal growth)

• Use with caution in children and pregnant women

• May cause hypersensitivity reactions

❌ Contraindications:

• Allergy to Chloramphenicol, Polymyxin B, or mercurial preservatives

• Patients with blood disorders (aplastic anemia risk with long-term chloramphenicol use)

🔄 Common Side Effects:

🧊 Storage:

• Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C

• Protect from light

• Use within 30 days of opening

🛑 Important:

• Do not self-medicate in eye/ear infections

• Do not use in viral conditions (e.g., viral conjunctivitis or herpes simplex eye infections)

• Seek medical evaluation if there’s no improvement in 48–72 hours