{"product_id":"chloramphenicol-1-eye-ointment-bacterial-conjunctivitis","title":"Chloramphenicol 1% Eye Ointment","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChloramphenicol 1% Eye Ointment is an eye treatment used for bacterial conjunctivitis where clinically appropriate. It contains Chloramphenicol 1%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrent UK product information recommends applying about 1 cm of ointment to the affected eye three to four times daily when used alone. If Chloramphenicol drops are used during the day, the ointment can instead be applied at bedtime. The course is 5 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitability depends on your symptoms, medical history, current medicines, allergies, previous treatment and pregnancy or breastfeeding considerations where relevant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content__inner\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- How to use --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Chloramphenicol 1% Eye Ointment exactly as directed by your pharmacist, prescriber or the patient information leaflet supplied with the product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe treatment schedule for bacterial conjunctivitis is: Apply about 1 cm 3 to 4 times daily. Do not change the dose, frequency or duration unless advised by a clinician.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWash your hands and apply the prescribed length of ointment inside the lower eyelid without touching the tube tip to the eye. Temporary blurred vision can occur after application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOintment can temporarily blur vision. Do not wear contact lenses during treatment. Persistent symptoms after 48 hours or failure to resolve after the 5-day course requires reassessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis worsen, do not respond as expected or you develop a serious reaction, stop and seek appropriate clinical advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Main Ingredients --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eMain Ingredients\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChloramphenicol 1% Eye Ointment contains Chloramphenicol 1% as the main active ingredient or treatment component.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exact formulation, excipients, device components or inactive ingredients can vary by manufacturer and pack supplied.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways check the patient information leaflet or product instructions supplied with your specific pack, particularly if you have known allergies or intolerances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Side Effects \u0026 Cautions --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eSide Effects \u0026amp; Cautions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemporary stinging, irritation or blurred vision can occur. Rare serious blood disorders have been reported; do not use if the product is contraindicated by a relevant personal or family blood-disorder history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOintment can temporarily blur vision. Do not wear contact lenses during treatment. Persistent symptoms after 48 hours or failure to resolve after the 5-day course requires reassessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEye pain, photophobia, reduced vision, a very red eye, recent eye injury or surgery, or a painful red eye in a contact-lens wearer requires urgent eye assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStop treatment and seek urgent medical help for difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips or tongue, collapse or another severe allergic reaction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse only as directed on the pack or by the pharmacist, and seek clinical review if symptoms are severe, recurrent, atypical or not improving as expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pharmacy Only","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53440231768400,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/8106\/5040\/files\/Chloramphenicol1_EyeOintment.png?v=1787494260","url":"https:\/\/i-prescribe.co.uk\/products\/chloramphenicol-1-eye-ointment-bacterial-conjunctivitis","provider":"I Prescribe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}