Olithro Eye Ointment belongs to the class of macrolide antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the eye such as bacterial conjunctivitis and trachoma conjunctivitis. An inflammation or infection of the transparent membrane that lines the eyelids and eyes is known as bacterial conjunctivitis. Trachoma conjunctivitis is an eye infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis.

Olithro Eye Ointment contains azithromycin which works by killing the conjunctivitis-causing bacteria. Thus Olithro Eye Ointment treats bacterial eye infections.

Use Olithro Eye Ointment as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Olithro Eye Ointment are burning/stinging sensation, redness and temporary blurred vision. Most of these side effects fade away gradually over time without the need for medical intervention. However, consult your doctor if you experience these side effects frequently.

Olithro Eye Ointment is for ophthalmic (eye) use only; do not inject or swallow. Do not use Olithro Eye Ointment if you are allergic to azithromycin, any other macrolide antibiotic, medium-chain triglycerides, or any of the components in Olithro Eye Ointment. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, notify your doctor. Olithro Eye Ointment may temporarily blur your vision; therefore wait until your vision is back to normal before using any machinery or driving.

Olithro Eye Ointment is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye such as bacterial conjunctivitis and trachoma conjunctivitis. Olithro Eye Ointment contains azithromycin which works by killing the conjunctivitis-causing bacteria. Thus Olithro Eye Ointment treats bacterial eye infections.

Do not use Olithro Eye Ointment if you are allergic to azithromycin, any other macrolide antibiotic, medium-chain triglycerides, or any of the components in Olithro Eye Ointment. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. After using Olithro Eye Ointment, you may experience temporary blurred vision; therefore, wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery. Inform your doctor if you have vision issues, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure in the eye), eye damage, or eye surgery before using Olithro Eye Ointment.

Do not touch the tip of the dropper/tube as it may contaminate the contents.