Description
Optrex Infected Eye Drops contain chloramphenicol to treat acute bacterial conjunctivitis with symptoms of red eyes, swollen eyelids, discharge, and irritation.
KSh1,000.00
INDICATIONS
Treatment of acute bacterial conjunctivitis.
DOSAGE
Adults:
One drop instilled into the infected eye every 2 hours for the first 48 hours and 4 hourly thereafter. To be used during waking hours only. The course of treatment is 5 days. Treatment should continue for 5 days even if symptoms improve.
If symptoms persist or worsen after 48 hours, or have not resolved within 5 days, consult a healthcare professional.
Paediatric Population:
Children aged 2 years and over: As above for adults.
Children under 2 years: this product is not recommended for children under 2 years of age.
Elderly:
No dosage adjustments are required for elderly
Method of administration:
For ocular use.
PREGNANCY AND LACTATION
If pregnant, seek advice from your physician.
Not recommended for lactating mothers
SIDE EFFECTS
Vision blurred, eye pain, eye swelling, eye irritation may rarely be seen
ACTIVE INGREDIENT
chloramphenicol
Optrex Infected Eye Drops contain chloramphenicol to treat acute bacterial conjunctivitis with symptoms of red eyes, swollen eyelids, discharge, and irritation.