Optrex Infected Eyes Eye Ointment is a topical ointment for administration to the eye only, it contains an antibiotic called chloramphenicol. When chloramphenicol is given in eye ointment, it is used to treat bacterial infections that affect the front surfaces of the eye. The most common type of infection is bacterial conjunctivitis.
For adults, children aged 2 years and over and elderly. Place a small amount of ointment in the affected eye 3-4 times daily for 5 days.
You should make sure that you carefully read all product packaging and labels prior to use
Contains Chloramphenicol Ph, Eur. 1% w/w. Also contains Liquid Paraffin, Polyethylene in Mineral Oil.
Do not use if you are allergic to chloramphenicol or any of the ingredients if symptoms do not improve within 48 hours talk to your doctor. Seek further immediate medical advice at any time if symptoms worsen. Discard any remaining eye ointment after the five day course of treatment. Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.