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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
48 Hrs returnable
COD available

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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Jawa Pharmaceuticals India Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

548 , Udai Marg , Tilak Nagar , Jaipur-302004 (Rajasthan)
Other Info - CHL0024

FAQs

Chlorocol Eye Drop works by preventing the synthesis of essential nutrients for bacterial survival. Thus, kills the bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections.

To treat your condition effectually, continue using Chlorocol Eye Drop for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Consult your doctor if you have any difficulty while using Chlorocol Eye Drop.

Chlorocol Eye Drop might temporarily cause blurred vision. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.

Do not wear contact lenses during the course of treatment with Chlorocol Eye Drop and for 24 hours after the last dose. Using spectacles and avoiding wearing contact lenses is recommended until the infection is cleared.

Consult your doctor if you are due to have eye surgery or if you have had eye surgery in the past six months, as Chlorocol Eye Drop may slow corneal wound healing.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known whether alcohol interacts with Chlorocol Eye Drop. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant before using Chlorocol Eye Drop; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before using Chlorocol Eye Drop; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Chlorocol Eye Drop might temporarily blur your vision. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Chlorocol Eye Drop in patients with liver impairment.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Chlorocol Eye Drop in patients with kidney impairment.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose of Chlorocol Eye Drop based on your child's age and condition. It is not recommended for use in children under two years of age.

About Chlorocol Eye Drop

Chlorocol Eye Drop belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the eye. Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea. 
 
Chlorocol Eye Drop contains Chloramphenicol, which works by preventing the synthesis of nutrients essential for bacterial survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections.
 
Sometimes, you may experience side effects such as mild eye irritation, stinging sensation, and temporary blurred vision. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Chlorocol Eye Drop should be used in children above 2 years only if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid touching the tip of the container as it may contaminate the contents. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to prevent side effects/interactions.

Uses of Chlorocol Eye Drop

Bacterial infections of the eye

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Medicinal Benefits

Chlorocol Eye Drop belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the eye. Chlorocol Eye Drop contains Chloramphenicol, which works by preventing the synthesis of nutrients essential for bacterial survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections.

Directions for Use

Eye drops: 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 advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.Eye ointment/cream/gel: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Squeeze a tiny amount of the cream/ointment/gel into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.Aplicap/Eye ointment capsule: Check the label for directions before use. Wipe the tip with alcohol, cut the end with a clean instrument and compress the body to squeeze out the contents into the pocket of the lower eyelid.

Side Effects of Chlorocol Eye Drop

  • Mild irritation
  • Stinging sensation
  • Temporary blurred vision

Drug Warnings

Do not use Chlorocol Eye Drop if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you or your family member has had problems with their blood or bone marrow if you have visual disturbances, severe pain in the eye, sensitivity to light, glaucoma, eye injury, dry eyes, kidney or liver problems, a sensation of having a foreign body in the eye, eye inflammation, if the eye looks cloudy or if the coloured part of the eye looks unusual, or if you have/had eye surgery. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not wear contact lenses during the course of treatment with Chlorocol Eye Drop and for 24 hours after the last dose.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
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How does the drug interact with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml:
Taking Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml with triazolam can increased the effects of Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Triazolam with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml 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.
ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml:
Taking Flibanserin with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml may significantly increases the blood levels of flibanserin

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml 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.
ChloramphenicolLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml:
Taking lomitapide with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml can significantly increase the blood levels of lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml 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.
How does the drug interact with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml:
When Everolimus is taken with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml that may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml 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.
How does the drug interact with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml:
Taking Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml and Deferiprone may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml with Deferiprone together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're having any of these symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Severe
How does the drug interact with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml:
Taking Naloxegol and Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml can significantly increase the blood levels of naloxegol that may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml and Naloxegol together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience sweating, runny nose, or abdominal pain contact your doctor know right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml:
Taking Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml and Butorphanol can significantly increase the blood levels of Butorphanol that may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml with Butorphanol can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, flushing, fainting, and heart palpitations feeling tired, having trouble moving, difficulty swallowing or having seizures contact your doctor know. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml:
Co-administration of acalabrutinib with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml can significantly increases the blood levels of acalabrutinib.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml and Acalabrutinib, but it can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience symptoms like paleness, fatigue, dizziness, fainting, unusual bruising or bleeding, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, call your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml:
Taking cisapride together with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml may significantly increase the blood levels of cisapride that may increase risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml 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.
ChloramphenicolHydrocodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml:
Taking Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml and Hydrocodone can significantly increase the blood levels of cariprazine.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Chlorocol Eye Drop 10 ml with Hydrocodone can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're having any of these symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, flushing, fainting, and heart palpitations feeling tired, having trouble moving, difficulty swallowing or having seizures, it's important to let your doctor know. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CHYMOTRYPSIN
  • METHOTREXATE
  • AZATHIOPRINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands regularly. Avoid touching the eyes with dirty hands. 
  • Avoid rubbing the eyes.
  • Avoid sharing eye makeup such as eyeliner, mascara or kohl.
  • Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.
  • Regularly wash and change the pillowcases.
  • If you wear contact lenses: Clean and replace contact lenses more often. Never share contact lenses. Remember to wash your hands before inserting and after removing the contact lens. 
  • Avoid staring at digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes every 20 minutes.
  • Blink regularly as it helps spread hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.

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