Azithral Eye Ointment
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Azithral Eye Ointment is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes. It is a broad-spectrum type of antibiotic effective in killing many types of bacteria in adults as well as children.
Azithral Eye Ointment is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Azithral Eye Ointment is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Azithral Eye Ointment
- Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Benefits of Azithral Eye Ointment
In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Azithral Eye Ointment is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat eye infections caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Use it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.
Side effects of Azithral Eye Ointment
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Azithral
- Burning eyes
How to use Azithral Eye Ointment
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Azithral Eye Ointment is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Azithral Eye Ointment is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
It should be wiped off thoroughly prior to nursing if it is being applied to the breast or nipple area.
It should be wiped off thoroughly prior to nursing if it is being applied to the breast or nipple area.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Azithral Eye Ointment alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Azithral Eye Ointment?
If you miss a dose of Azithral Eye Ointment, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Azithral Eye Ointment
₹133.75/Eye Ointment
Zaha Eye Ointment
Ajanta Pharma Ltd
₹137/eye ointment
2% costlier
Optithrocin Eye Ointment
Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹130.3/eye ointment
3% cheaper
Estocin Eye Ointment
Sunways India Pvt Ltd
₹92/eye ointment
31% cheaper
Himycin Eye Ointment
Hicare Pharma
₹95.3/eye ointment
29% cheaper
Azqure 1% Eye Ointment
Nri Vision Care India Limited
₹86/eye ointment
36% cheaper
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Macrolides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Macrolides
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Azithral Eye Ointment
Once A Day
70%
Twice A Day
25%
Thrice A Day
4%
Four Times A *
1%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Azithral Eye Ointment for?
Bacterial inf*
83%
Conjunctiviti*
17%
*Bacterial infections, Conjunctivitis
How much was the improvement?
Average
75%
Poor
25%
What were the side-effects while using Azithral Eye Ointment?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Azithral Eye Ointment?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Azithral Eye Ointment on price
Average
67%
Expensive
33%
FAQs
Is Azithral Eye Ointment safe?
Azithral Eye Ointment is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
How should Azithral Eye Ointment be used?
The use of Azithral Eye Ointment should be restricted to the eyes only. Always use Azithral Eye Ointment as advised by your doctor. Check with your doctor if you are not sure. Wash your hands before applying this medicine into the affected eye. Take care not to touch the eye or eyelids with the dropper tip of the container.
Want to share the information?
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Chambers HF, Deck DH. Tetracyclines, Macrolides, Clindamycin, Chloramphenicol, Streptogramins, & Oxazolidiones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 801.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 117-20.
- Azithromycin. Cardinal Health; 2007. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Medscape. Azithromycin. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Sunways. Azithromycin Dihydrate [Product Information]. [Accessed 09 Jun, 2023] (online) Available from:
- Optho Life Sciences. Azithromycin [Eye Ointments]. [Accessed 09 Jun, 2023] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Alembic Road, Vadodara - 390 003, Gujarat,INDIA
Country of origin: India
Lab tests offered by us
Related/Popular tests
83 people bought this recentlyMRP
₹133.75
Inclusive of all taxes
5.0 gm in 1 tube
SOLD OUT