Cloram 0.5% (Ophthalmic Solution)

10 ml drop: ৳ 34.38

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Chloramphenicol ophthalmic
Company	Ibn sina pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as	Cloram 1 eye ointment

Indications

Treatment of ocular infections involving the conjunctiva and/or cornea
Caused by Cloram-susceptible organisms
Infections caused by 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
Interference with the transfer of activated amino acids

Dosage & Administration

Instill 1 or 2 drops in the conjunctival sac 4-6 times per day for the first 72 hours
Then every 4 hours thereafter
Treatment duration 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 Cloram

Contraindications

History of hypersensitivity to Chloramphenicol
Hypersensitivity to any ingredients of the preparation

Side Effects

Burning
Stinging
Conjunctival hyperemia
Blood dyscrasia
Allergic or inflammatory reactions
Vesicular and maculopapular dermatitis

Pregnancy & Lactation

Use only when considered essential by the physicians
Safety not established

Precautions & Warnings

Never given for minor infections or prophylaxis
Repeated course and prolonged treatment should be avoided
Possible occurrence of blood dyscrasias
Granulocytopenia, thrombocytopenia, and moderate anemia

Overdose Effects

Low toxicity due to low content of antibiotic
Unlikely toxicity from accidental ingestion

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 the dropper tip to the surface
Do not use after 30 days of the first opening

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