Terramycin Eye Ointment

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Composition FOR Terramycin 10mg Eye Ointment

Oxytetracycline(10mg)

food interaction for Terramycin Eye Ointment

alcohol interaction for Terramycin Eye Ointment

pregnancy interaction for Terramycin Eye Ointment

lactation interaction for Terramycin Eye Ointment

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alcohol
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No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Terramycin Eye Ointment is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Terramycin Eye Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Terramycin 10mg Eye Ointment

Oxytetracycline(10mg)

Terramycin eye ointment uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections.

How terramycin eye ointment works

Terramycin Eye Ointment is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the eye by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This treats your eye infection and relieves discomfort, itching and irritation.

Common side effects of terramycin eye ointment

Eye irritation, Burning sensation

SUBSTITUTES FOR Terramycin Eye Ointment

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Terramycin Eye Ointment

  • Oxytetracycline helps treat bacterial infections of the eye.

  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

  • Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.

  • Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.

  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.

  • It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.

  • Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.

  • Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.


Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)