chlodor h eye ointment
What is chlodor h eye ointment used for?
Belmycetine C Eye Ointment (Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone) is used to treat OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS. It contains Chloramphenicol (10mg) + Hydrocortisone (5mg), which Chloramphenicol inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to 50S ribosomal. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone
- Manufacturer: Salvador Visiontech
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ chlodor h eye ointment Uses & Benefits
Bacterial conjunctivitis with inflammation; blepharitis; keratitis
Off-label uses: Prevention of ocular infections post-surgery
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone |
| Brand Name | Belmycetine C Eye Ointment |
| Manufacturer | Salvador Visiontech |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS |
| Action Class | Antibiotic + Corticosteroid |
| Route of Administration | Ophthalmic (topical) |
| Storage | Store at 15-25ยฐC; protect from light; keep tightly closed |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Chloramphenicol inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to 50S ribosomal subunit; Hydrocortisone suppresses inflammation by inhibiting phospholipase A2 and reducing prostaglandin synthesis
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take chlodor h eye ointment
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of chlodor h eye ointment
โ Common Side Effects
- Burning
- Stinging
- Blurred vision
- Eye irritation
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Bone marrow suppression (aplastic anemia)
- Optic neuritis
- Increased intraocular pressure
- Cataract formation
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Secondary infections
- Delayed wound healing
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk due to inhibition of warfarin metabolism |
| Phenytoin | Major | Increased phenytoin levels and toxicity |
| Phenobarbital | Major | Decreased chloramphenicol efficacy |
| Rifampin | Major | Decreased chloramphenicol efficacy |
| Oral contraceptives | Moderate | Reduced contraceptive efficacy |
| Antidiabetic agents | Moderate | Altered blood glucose levels |
| NSAIDs | Moderate | Increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding |
| Antacids | Minor | Reduced absorption of chloramphenicol |
| Cimetidine | Minor | Increased chloramphenicol levels |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Phenytoin
- Phenobarbital
- Rifampin
โก Moderate Interactions
- Oral contraceptives
- Antidiabetic agents
- NSAIDs
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- Cimetidine
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
None significant
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
None significant
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to chloramphenicol or hydrocortisone; viral, fungal, or tubercular eye infections; untreated eye infections
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Ocular examination; signs of superinfection; intraocular pressure if prolonged use
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Caution; chloramphenicol excreted in breast milk; risk of bone marrow suppression in infant
๐ Overdose Management
Rare; flush eye with water; symptomatic treatment
โฐ Missed Dose
Apply as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose; do not double dose
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
โญ User Reviews
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.