Albumycetin 0.4% Eye/Ear Drops

About this Medicine

Albumycetin 0.4% Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial eye/ear infections. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms. Albumycetin 0.4% Eye/Ear Drops is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.It may cause stinging, burning or irritation in and around eyes, irritation of ear, and eye/ear itching immediately following application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. While used for eye infections, it may cause short-term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines. Do not wear contact lenses while using the medicine.

How it Works

Albumycetin 0.4% Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic which stops the growth of bacteria. It does so by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This does not directly kill the bacteria, but prevents them from increasing in numbers, and eventually clears up the infection.

Key Facts

Chemical Class :: Amphenicols|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: OTOLOGICALS|Action Class :: Chloramphenicol

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