Conicol 0.5% (Ophthalmic Solution)

10 ml drop: ৳ 34.40

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Chloramphenicol ophthalmic
Company Opsonin pharma ltd
Also available as
Conicol 1 eye ointment

Indications

  • Treatment of ocular infections involving the conjunctiva and/or cornea
  • Susceptible to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, E.coli, H. influenzae, Klebsiella/Enterobacter spp, Moraxella lacunata, and Neisseria species

Pharmacology

  • Broad-spectrum bacteriostatic antibiotic
  • Inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis
  • Interfering with the transfer of activated amino acids from soluble RNA to ribosomes

Dosage & Administration

  • Instill 1 or 2 drops in the conjunctival sac 4-6 times per day for the first 72 hours
  • Every 4 hours thereafter for approximately 7 days
  • Not to be continued for more than 3 weeks without re-evaluation by the physician

Interaction

  • Inhibition of Chymotrypsin if given simultaneously with Conicol

Contraindications

  • Contraindicated in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity to Chloramphenicol or any ingredients of the preparation

Side Effects

  • Burning
  • Stinging
  • Conjunctival hyperemia
  • Blood dyscrasia
  • Allergic or inflammatory reactions
  • Vesicular and maculopapular dermatitis (frequently reported adverse reactions)

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Safety for use in pregnancy and lactation has not been established
  • Use only when considered essential by the physicians

Precautions & Warnings

  • Never to be given for minor infections or for prophylaxis
  • Avoid repeated course and prolonged treatment
  • Avoid prolonged ophthalmic use to prevent blood dyscrasias

Overdose Effects

  • Accidental ingestion unlikely to cause toxicity due to low antibiotic content

Therapeutic Class

  • Ear Anti-Infectives & Antiseptics
  • Eye Anti-Infectives & Antiseptics
  • Macrolides

Storage Conditions

  • Store in a cool and dry place (between 2°C-8°C)
  • Protect from light
  • Keep out of reach of children
  • Do not touch the dropper tip to the surface
  • Do not use after 30 days of the first opening

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