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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Hicare Pharma

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS AND CORTICOSTEROIDS

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Address: 36A, Gower St, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Other Info - CDE0010

FAQs

You are advised not to use CD Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are allergic to hydrocortisone, chloramphenicol, or any of the other ingredients present in this medicine. With it, do not use CD Eye Ointment 5 gm if you have viral diseases of the cornea, eye infections caused by mycobacteria, and in children under 3 years of age.

It is advised to go for regular checkups of eyes as long time use of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm can increase the risk of intraocular pressure (glaucoma) that can even damage the optic nerve, cause visual field defects, and decreased visual acuity. Thus regular monitoring of intraocular pressure is necessary.

Usually, CD Eye Ointment 5 gm starts showing its effects just after using it. However, it will take some days to completely improving the eye condition.

CD Eye Ointment 5 gm is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Hydrocortisone and Chloramphenicol. Hydrocortisone is a steroid medicine that works by calming down the body's immune response to decrease itching, pain, and swelling (inflammation) of the eye. Chloramphenicol is bacteriostatic, which prevents bacteria's growth by inhibiting the production of essential proteins necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply, and increase in numbers. Together as a combined product CD Eye Ointment 5 gm prevents the spread of eye infections caused by a wide range of gram-negative bacteria causing eye infections. 

You are recommended to wash your hands first and tilt your head back and gently pull the lower eyelid downwards. Then, press the bottom of the bottle gently by holding it upside down to instill one drop into the affected eye without touching the tip of the bottle to the eye or surrounding areas in order to avoid contamination. Finally, replace the cap tightly after use. After applying CD Eye Ointment 5 gm, you are advised to apply to the corner of the eye by pressing a finger to stop eye drops from spreading into the rest of the body.

You are not recommended to wear contact lenses during the entire course of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm as it may worsen the infection. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before using CD Eye Ointment 5 gm and reinsert after 24 hours of finishing the course of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm.

You are recommended to maintain a minimum of 10 minutes time gap between using CD Eye Ointment 5 gm and other eye drops and administer eye ointments in the last.

Yes, CD Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause temporary blurred vision. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating heavy machinery.

You are not recommended to stop using CD Eye Ointment 5 gm without consulting your doctor as it may increase pressure in the eyes and may lead to loss of vision. Therefore, use CD Eye Ointment 5 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking CD Eye Ointment 5 gm, please consult your doctor.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

The interaction of alcohol with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm is unknown. However, as a precautionary measure, limit or avoid the consumption of alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm in pregnancy is unknown, so it is advised that you should consult with a doctor as CD Eye Ointment 5 gm can only be given after careful consideration of the benefit/risk ratio.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

CD Eye Ointment 5 gm should not be used in nursing mothers unless clearly necessary. So, inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing CD Eye Ointment 5 gm.

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Driving

Unsafe

CD Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause blurred vision and reduced visual acuity, immediately after its usage so one should avoid the ability to drive and use machines.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking CD Eye Ointment 5 gm if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking CD Eye Ointment 5 gm.

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Children

Unsafe

CD Eye Ointment 5 gm should not be used in children below three years of age.

About CD Eye Ointment 5 gm

CD Eye Ointment 5 gm belongs to a group of medicines called 'antibiotics' primarily used to treat eye bacterial infections (optic). It is used for treating infectious diseases of the eyelids, the cornea (the transparent part that covers the front part of the eye), conjunctiva ( lines the inner surfaces of the eyelids), and anterior ocular segment(front of the eye). Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria enter any part of the eyeball or surrounding tissues, including the cornea ( front surface of the eye) and lining of the outer eye and inner eyelids (conjunctiva). The common symptoms of eye infections are red eyes, pain, discharge, watery eyes, dry eyes, light Sensitivity, swollen eyes, itching, and blurred vision.

CD Eye Ointment 5 gm is a combination of two antibiotics: Hydrocortisone and Chloramphenicol. Hydrocortisone is a steroid medicine that works by calming down the body's immune response to decrease itching, pain, and swelling (inflammation) of the eye. Chloramphenicol is bacteriostatic, which prevents bacteria's growth by inhibiting the production of essential proteins necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply, and increase in numbers. Together as a combined product, CD Eye Ointment 5 gm prevents the spread of eye infections caused by a wide range of gram-negative bacteria causing eye infections.

Use CD Eye Ointment 5 gm as prescribed by your doctor. CD Eye Ointment 5 gm is only for use in the eyes. Do not swallow or inject CD Eye Ointment 5 gm. You are advised to use CD Eye Ointment 5 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience redness, itching, irritation, burning or stinging sensation in the eyes, blurred vision, Sensitivity to light, eyelid swelling, itching, or crusting. Most of these side effects of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to CD Eye Ointment 5 gm or any other medicines. CD Eye Ointment 5 gm should be used with caution in children. You are advised to consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You are recommended not to use contact lenses during the course of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm as it may worsen the infection. If you get any new eye problem, an eye infection, or notice any allergic reactions such as itching or redness of the eye and skin rash, please consult your doctor immediately. You are advised to maintain a 10 minutes time gap between using CD Eye Ointment 5 gm and other eye drops. Please do not touch the container tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate the CD Eye Ointment 5 gm and cause eye infections.

Uses of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm

Bacterial eye infection (conjunctivitis)

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Medicinal Benefits

CD Eye Ointment 5 gm is a combination of two antibiotics: Hydrocortisone and Chloramphenicol. Hydrocortisone is a steroid medicine that works by calming down the body's immune response to decrease itching, pain, and swelling (inflammation) of the eye. Chloramphenicol is bacteriostatic, which prevents bacteria's growth by inhibiting the production of essential proteins necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply, and increase numbers. Together as a combined product, CD Eye Ointment 5 gm prevents the spread of eye infections caused by a wide range of gram-negative bacteria causing eye infections.

Directions for Use

Eye Drops: It is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using this medicine. Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Replace the outer cap after use. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate the medicine.Eye Gel/Ointment: It is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using this medicine. Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil a tiny amount of gel, as advised by the doctor, into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Replace the outer cap after use. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate the medicine.

Side Effects of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm

  • Redness in eyes
  • Itching eyes
  • Irritation, burning, or stinging sensation in the eyes
  • Blurred vision
  • Increased sensitivity to light
  • Eyelid swelling

Drug Warnings

CD Eye Ointment 5 gm should not be used for an eye infection due to a virus, or another type of eye infection (e.g., tuberculosis, fungus),  without consulting with the doctor. After applying CD Eye Ointment 5 gm, your vision becomes blurred for some time, so you are advised not to drive or use any machine or activity that needs a clear vision. Long-time use of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm can enhance the risk of e intraocular pressure (glaucoma) that can even damage the optic nerve and cause visual defects. Therefore, regular eye checkups are advised to monitor intraocular pressure. CD Eye Ointment 5 gm contains s benzalkonium chloride as an excipient that may discolour soft lenses, so try to avoid soft lenses for at least some time after using CD Eye Ointment 5 gm.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
Critical
ChloramphenicolTriazolam
Critical

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ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
Critical
How does the drug interact with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Flibanserin with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm may significantly increases the blood levels of flibanserin

How to manage the interaction:
Taking CD Eye Ointment 5 gm with Flibanserin is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ChloramphenicolTriazolam
Critical
How does the drug interact with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking CD Eye Ointment 5 gm with triazolam can increased the effects of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Triazolam with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. In case you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ChloramphenicolLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking lomitapide with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm can significantly increase the blood levels of lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking CD Eye Ointment 5 gm with Lomitapide is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
HydrocortisoneMifepristone
Critical
How does the drug interact with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Combining Mifepristone and CD Eye Ointment 5 gm can reduce the effects of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking CD Eye Ointment 5 gm with Mifepristone is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. If you experience any symptoms, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
HydrocortisoneIopamidol
Critical
How does the drug interact with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Iopamidol and CD Eye Ointment 5 gm together can increase the risk of seizures, meningitis, and inflammation of the spinal membranes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking CD Eye Ointment 5 gm with Iopamidol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. If you experience any symptoms , consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChloramphenicolCisapride
Severe
How does the drug interact with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking cisapride together with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm may significantly increase the blood levels of cisapride that may increase risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm with Cisapride can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor immediately If you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChloramphenicolIvacaftor
Severe
How does the drug interact with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking CD Eye Ointment 5 gm and Ivacaftor may increase the blood levels of ivacaftor that increases risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking CD Eye Ointment 5 gm and Ivacaftor together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, pale stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChloramphenicolBrigatinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking brigatinib with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm may increase the blood levels of brigatinib that may increase risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm with Brigatinib can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as paleness, fatigue, dizziness, fainting, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, red or inflamed skin, body sores, or pain and burning during urination. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
ChloramphenicolEverolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm:
When Everolimus is taken with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm that may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of CD Eye Ointment 5 gm with Everolimus can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience any unusual symptoms like persistent cough, fever, chills, mouth ulcers, paleness, unusual bruising, bleeding or blood in stools or urine, it's important to contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ChloramphenicolGuanfacine
Severe
How does the drug interact with CD Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking CD Eye Ointment 5 gm and Guanfacine may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of guanfacine.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between CD Eye Ointment 5 gm and Guanfacine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. It's important to keep an eye on your blood pressure and heart rate. However, if you experience symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, palpitations consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

Please consult an eye specialist if your eye infection persists or worsens after using CD Eye Ointment 5 gm for a week.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands with soap and water frequently.
  • Keep your clothes, towels, and bedsheets separate from others.
  • Maintain good hygiene of contact lenses. Wash your hands thoroughly before wearing and after removing contact lenses.
  • Avoid wearing contact lenses while swimming. In case you use them mistakenly, get a new pair.
  • Wear protective eye gear if you are cycling or trekking through the forest.
  • If you have irritation in the eyes, avoid rubbing them.

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