Supraphen 10% (Ophthalmic Solution)

10 ml drop: ৳ 25.57

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Chloramphenicol ophthalmic
Company Gaco pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Supraphen 05 eye drop Supraphen 1 eye ointment Supraphen 5 eye drop

Indications

  • Treatment of ocular infections involving the conjunctiva and/or cornea
  • Infections caused by Supraphen-susceptible organisms such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, E.coli, H. influenzae, Klebsiella/Enterobacter spp, Moraxella lacunata, and Neisseria species

Pharmacology

  • Chloramphenicol as a broad-spectrum bacteriostatic antibiotic
  • Inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis
  • Interference with the transfer of activated amino acids from soluble RNA to ribosomes

Dosage & Administration

  • Adult and children dosage: 1 or 2 drops in the conjunctival sac 4-6 times per day for the first 72 hours
  • Subsequent dosage: 1 or 2 drops every 4 hours thereafter
  • Treatment duration: Approximately 7 days
  • Re-evaluation by physician: Recommended after 3 weeks

Interaction

  • Inhibition of Chymotrypsin if given simultaneously with Supraphen

Contraindications

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

Side Effects

  • Frequent adverse reactions: Burning, stinging, conjunctival hyperemia
  • Other reported adverse reactions: Blood dyscrasia, allergic or inflammatory reactions, vesicular and maculopapular dermatitis

Pregnancy & Lactation

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

Precautions & Warnings

  • Avoid use for minor infections or prophylaxis
  • Repeated course and prolonged treatment should be avoided
  • Possible blood dyscrasias after prolonged ophthalmic use

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 place between 2°C-8°C
  • Store in a dry place
  • Protect from light
  • Keep out of reach of children
  • Do not touch dropper tip to surfaces
  • Do not use after 30 days of opening

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