Petracin 3%+0.013% (Ointment)

5 gm tube: ৳ 9.10

Medicine Details

Title

  • Oxytetracycline and Polymyxin B Ophthalmic Ointment

Categories

  • Eye Care
  • Pet Medication
  • Veterinary Medicine

Description

  • Topical antibiotic ointment for the prophylaxis and local treatment of superficial ocular infections in dogs, cats, cattle, sheep, and horses
  • Effective against gram-positive and gram-negative organisms
  • Can be administered 2-4 times daily

Indications

  • Prophylaxis and local treatment of superficial ocular infections
  • Treatment of conjunctivitis, keratitis, pink eye, corneal ulcer, blepharitis in various animal species

Pharmacology

  • Oxytetracycline inhibits cell growth by inhibiting translation
  • Binds to the 30S ribosomal subunit
  • Polymyxin B sulfate possesses some antifungal activity

Dosage & Administration

  • Topical administration to the eye 2-4 times daily

Side Effects

  • May cause minor side effects
  • Severe allergic reactions
  • Eye swelling or redness

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Consult doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding

Precautions & Warnings

  • Potential for serious hypersensitivity reactions
  • Discontinue treatment and contact veterinarian if cat shows specific symptoms
  • Risk of overgrowth of resistant organisms

Therapeutic Class

  • Topical Antibiotic preparations

Storage Conditions

  • Store at controlled room temperature between 20°C to 25°C

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