Ocupol DX Eye Ointment
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Product introduction
Ocupol DX Eye Ointment is a combination of three medicines. It is used in treating bacterial infections of the eyes. It kills the bacteria that cause infection. It also relieves pain, itching, discomfort, and irritation.
Ocupol DX Eye Ointment is a combination of three medicines: Ocupol DX Eye Ointment1, Ocupol DX Eye Ointment2 and Ocupol DX Eye Ointment3.
Ocupol DX Eye Ointment is a combination of three medicines: Ocupol DX Eye Ointment1, Ocupol DX Eye Ointment2 and Ocupol DX Eye Ointment3.
Uses of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment
- Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Benefits of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment
In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Ocupol DX Eye Ointment is used to treat bacterial infection of the eyes such as conjunctivitis or pink eye. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation in the eyes. Use it 2-3 times a day for atleast a week or as prescribed by the doctor. Your symptoms might improve after using Ocupol DX Eye Ointment. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Ocupol DX 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 Ocupol DX
- Eye discomfort
- Eye irritation
- Burning sensation in eye
How to use Ocupol DX 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.
How Ocupol DX Eye Ointment works
Ocupol DX Eye Ointment is a combination of two antibiotics (Chloramphenicol, Polymyxin B) and a steroid (Dexamethasone). The antibiotics work by killing the bacteria or stopping their growth. Together, they treat your eye infection effectively. The steroid blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Ocupol DX 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 Ocupol DX Eye Ointment?
If you miss a dose of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Ocupol DX Eye Ointment for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Do not use Ocupol DX Eye Ointment for more than the prescribed duration as it may cause glaucoma or secondary infection.
- Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
- Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
- Throw away any medicine left at the end of the 5 day course.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Ocupol DX Eye Ointment
Once A Day
75%
Twice A Day
20%
Thrice A Day
5%
Four Times A *
1%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Ocupol DX Eye Ointment for?
Bacterial inf*
62%
Eye and ear i*
33%
Others
5%
*Bacterial infections, Eye and ear infection
How much was the improvement?
Average
53%
Excellent
47%
What were the side-effects while using Ocupol DX Eye Ointment?
No Side Effec*
60%
Joint pain
10%
Diarrhoea
10%
Allergic reac*
10%
Burning sensa*
10%
*No Side Effect, Allergic reaction, Burning sensation
How do you take Ocupol DX Eye Ointment?
With or witho*
50%
With food
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Ocupol DX Eye Ointment on price
Average
50%
Expensive
33%
Not Expensive
17%
FAQs
Can I stop using Ocupol DX Eye Ointment when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop using Ocupol DX Eye Ointment and complete the full course of treatment. Your symptoms may improve and you may start to feel better before the infection is completely cured. But continue taking your medicine for the duration advised by your doctor.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
How to use Ocupol DX Eye Ointment?
Wash your hands before using Ocupol DX Eye Ointment to avoid contamination, and do not touch the tip of the dropper. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using this medicine. For using this medicine, tilt your head back, look up, and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch and then put Ocupol DX Eye Ointment (drop or ointment).
What can I do if I accidentally apply excess of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment?
If you apply excess of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment accidentally, wash your eye with plenty of water. Contact your doctor immediately if eye irritation occurs even after washing off this medicine.
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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
- Drugs.com. chloramphenicol/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone ophthalmic. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Dexamethasone. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: CENTAUR HOUSE, Near Grand Hyatt, Vakola ,Santacruz – East, Mumbai – 400 055, India.
Country of origin: India
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