Chloramphenicol + Dexamethasone
Information about Chloramphenicol + Dexamethasone
Chloramphenicol + dexamethasone uses
Chloramphenicol+Dexamethasone is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections.
How chloramphenicol + dexamethasone works
Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic which stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by the bacteria to carry out vital functions. Dexamethasone is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause redness, swelling and itching after an allergy or infection.
Common side effects of chloramphenicol + dexamethasone
Burning sensation in eye, Eye irritation, Stinging in the eyes, Blurred vision
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Expert advice for Chloramphenicol + Dexamethasone
- Your doctor has prescribed Chloramphenicol + Dexamethasone to cure your eye infection and improve your symptoms.
- Use it twice a day (in the morning and the evening). If your symptoms are particularly severe, your doctor may suggest you use them up to four times a day.
- Wash your hands first before applying Chloramphenicol + Dexamethasone. To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface. If it does, squeeze out two or three drops straightaway onto some tissue and rinse the tip with saltwater.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication. This will prevent the medication from draining out. Try not to blink or rub your eye.
- Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
- Eye infections can cause your eyes to become more sensitive to sunlight than usual. Wearing sunglasses may help to prevent this.
- Along with using Chloramphenicol + Dexamethasone, give a warm compress to your eyes to get relief from itching and burning sensation.
- Take care to avoid spreading the infection from one eye to the other, and to other members of your family. Washing your hands regularly (particularly after touching your eyes) and not sharing towels or pillows will help to prevent the infection from spreading.
Frequently asked questions for Chloramphenicol + Dexamethasone
Chloramphenicol + Dexamethasone
Q. How to use Chloramphenicol+Dexamethasone?
Wash your hands before using Chloramphenicol+Dexamethasone to avoid contamination, and do not touch the tip of the dropper. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Chloramphenicol+Dexamethasone. To use this medicine tilt your head back, look up, and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch and then put Chloramphenicol+Dexamethasone.
Q. Can the use of Chloramphenicol+Dexamethasone cause blurry vision?
Chloramphenicol+Dexamethasone can blur your vision for a short period of time. Avoid driving or operating machinery just after using Chloramphenicol+Dexamethasone.
Q. What can I do if I accidentally apply excess of Chloramphenicol+Dexamethasone?
In case you use excess of Chloramphenicol+Dexamethasone, wash your eyes with plenty of water. If irritation persists, inform your doctor immediately.