Tetracycline eye ointment 1% 10 g

The drug "Tetracycline" is used for infectious eye diseases: conjunctivitis, keratitis, blepharitis, trachoma.

Composition

The active substance is tetracycline hydrochloride (1 g of ointment contains 10.82 mg of tetracycline hydrochloride (equivalent to 10 mg of tetracycline)).

Excipients: lanolin, white soft paraffin.

Contraindication

Method of application

Depending on the severity of the condition, a strip of eye ointment 1-1.5 cm long is applied to the conjunctival fold of the lower eyelid 3-4 times a day, in more severe cases - up to 6 times a day.

The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor and usually ranges from 5 to 7 days. After the symptoms have subsided, treatment should be continued for another 2-3 days. For more severe eye infections, acute or chronic trachoma, the course of treatment may last up to 1-2 months, and tetracycline can be combined with oral antibiotics.

When used simultaneously with other ophthalmic drugs, the interval between applications should be at least 10 minutes, and the eye ointment should be applied last. It is very important to observe hygiene when applying eye ointment, so you should not touch the tip of the tube to the eyes or surrounding surfaces.

Method of use

Application features

Children

Not used to treat children under 8 years of age.

Drivers

As with all ophthalmic agents, temporary blurred vision or other visual disturbances may occur, which may affect the ability to drive or use machines. Patients should refrain from driving or using machines until visual acuity is restored.

Overdose

With topical application, cases of overdose have not been described.

Side effects

The following adverse reactions have been reported to be of moderate severity and resolve rapidly after discontinuation of treatment.

On the part of the organ of vision: blurred vision, burning sensation, sharp pain, itching of the eyes or eyelids, conjunctival hyperemia, eyelid edema, increased tearing and eye pain.

On the part of the immune system: allergic reactions - dermatitis, rash, itching, photodermatitis (increased sensitivity to sunlight and UV radiation); generalized allergic reactions, including rash, angioedema, itching and swelling of the face, tongue, throat, dizziness, shortness of breath. In such cases, the use of the ointment should be discontinued.

On the part of the gastrointestinal tract: decreased appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, possible inflammatory processes in the tongue, stomatitis, gastritis, proctitis.

Storage conditions

Store at a temperature not exceeding 25 °C, out of the reach of children.

Shelf life - 3 years.