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Riachol 1%, Eye Ointment, For Bacterial Infections - 5 Gm
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Riachol 1%, Eye Ointment, For Bacterial Infections - 5 Gm
Product Name
- Riachol 1%, Eye Ointment, For Bacterial Infections - 5 Gm
Scientific Name
- Chloramphenicol 1% Eye Ointment
Category Of Riachol 1% Eye Ointment
- Eye Antibiotics
Mechanism Of Action Of Chloramphenicol
- Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic that is effective against a variety of bacteria
- It acts by inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis by binding with ribosomes.
Therapeutic Indications Of Riachol 1% Eye Ointment
- Chloramphenicol Eye Ointment is used in both adults and children for the treatment of a wide range of eye infections caused by bacteria.
- Prompt reduction of inflammation
Method Of Administration Of Riachol 1% Eye Ointment
- Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
- Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
- Eye preparation is usually sterile, so ensure that the container is not damaged before use and also replace the cap after taking your dose.
- Wash your hands well before use
- Remove the outer cap. You may find it easier to apply your ointment in front of a mirror.
- Tilt the head back and pull the lower lid of the eye out to form a pocket
- Hold the tube between the thumb and middle finger of the other hand, turn the tube upside
- down near to the eye, try not to touch the eye with the nozzle
- Place about half an inch of the ointment into the pocket formed between the lid and the eye
- Blink the eye a few times
- Repeat in the other eye if you have been told to use the Eye Ointment in both eyes
- Replace the outer cap on the tube, trying not to touch the applicator tip with anything, including the eye or the fingers
- Wash your hands after use
- Doses may change from patient to patient based on your age, your medical condition and whether or not you are taking other medicines, so always follow your physician instruction
- Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
- If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
- If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
- Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.
Undesirable Side Effects Of Riachol 1% Eye Ointment
- Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:
- Blurred vision
- Minor eye irritation, burning or stinging
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Riachol 1% Eye Ointment
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
- Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding
Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Strengthen Your Immunity
- We must acknowledge that the body’s immune system develops and strengthens as a result of care throughout different stages of life, which begins as early as the fetal stage. There are ways to boost immunity:
- Proper nutrition: eat well-balanced meals
- Consume immune-boosting foods such as antioxidants and probiotics. Also, some supplements like Sambune Capsules & C-Ronz 1000, Vitamin C With Zinc will be helpful
- Stay physically active
- Get adequate sleep
- Avoid/ minimize stress
- Avoid smoking
- Stay up-to-date with vaccines
- Follow all personal hygiene and infection prevention protocols including frequent hand washing, practice physical distancing, follow all hygiene procedures for cooking, and disinfect your home (particularly common surfaces) regularly.
- Monitor your body temperature by a thermometer, for example Microlife Ear Thermometer or Beurer Thermometer
Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Riachol 1% Eye Ointment
- Before you use this medicine talk to your doctor or pharmacist:
- If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine.
- If you experience changes in your vision or eye pain
- If you experience eye irritation or redness that is getting worse or that persists for more than 72 hours.
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.
Storage Conditions Of Riachol 1% Eye Ointment
- Store below 25°c
- Don’t refrigerate the unopened container
- Not to be used for more than 28 days after opening the container, unless otherwise is advised by your pharmacist.
- Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
- Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
- Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.
For More Information About Chloramphenicol
- Ask your physician or pharmacist
- Visit SFDA website
- Visit Medscape at Information About Chloramphenicol
- Visit Drugs.com at Information About Chloramphenicol
- Visit DrugBank at Information About Chloramphenicol
Size | 5gm |
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Brand | RIACHOL |
Is Bonded | No |
Bonded Types | None |
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