CHLOROSUN H - Chloramphenicol 1% + Hydrocortisone 0.5% Eye Ointment

Composition  

Hydrocortisone Acetate          5 mg

Chloramphenicol         10 mg

Sterile Paraffin Base   q.s.

Dosage form

Ophthalmic Ointment

Category

Antibiotic + Steroid

Description

Chloramphenicol is broad spectrum antibiotic; inhibits bacterial protein synthesis and Hydrocortisone is a steroid reduces inflammation by inhibiting the inflammatory mediators.

Indications

Chlorosun-H is indicated for ocular infection & inflammation (uveitis, allergic conjunctivitis, blepharitis, scleritis, iridocyclitis, non-ulcerous keratitis)

Dosage

A small amount of eye ointment is applied to the lower lid, 1-3 times daily depending on the severity of the infection

Contraindications

Chlorosun-H is contraindicated in patients having hypersentivity to any of the ingredient of the formulation

Precautions

Pregnanacy

Chlorosun-H should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.

Nursing Mothers

It is not known whether topical ophthalmic Chlorosun-H administration could result in sufficient systemic absorption to produce detectable quantities in breast milk. Caution should be exercised when Chlorosun-H is administered to nursing mothers.

Pediatric Use

Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients below the age of 2 years have not been established.

Geriatric Use

No overall difference in safety or effectiveness have been observed between elderly and younger, adult patients.

Storage

Store in a cool dark place

Presentation

Chlorosun-H is available in pack of 5 gm tube.