What is chloramphenicol ophthalmic? Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic. The ophthalmic form of chloramphenicol is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes. Chloramphenicol ophthalmic may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

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For eye infection: For ophthalmic ointment dosage form: Adults and children—Use every three hours. For ophthalmic solution (eye drops) dosage form: Adults and children—One drop every one to four hours.

If you're using 0.5% chloramphenicol eyedrops, put one drop into the affected eye every 2 hours (during waking hours) for the first 2 days. Then every 4 hours for the next 3 days, or as your doctor advises.

2024年1月17日 · Chloramphenicol eye drops and eye ointment are used to treat bacterial eye infections. Eye infections are a common cause of conjunctivitis. In conjunctivitis, your eye becomes inflamed, feels gritty, and may water more than usual.

2023年7月3日 · Chloramphenicol can be administered topically as eye or ear drops, or as an eye ointment. It can also be given parenterally as intravenous injection or infusion or taken as oral capsules.

2024年5月6日 · For eye infection: For ophthalmic ointment dosage form: Adults and children—Use every three hours. For ophthalmic solution (eye drops) dosage form: Adults and children—One drop every one to four hours. Missed Dose. If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible.