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Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm 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.
Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm contains azithromycin which works by killing the conjunctivitis-causing bacteria. Thus Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm treats bacterial eye infections.
Use Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm 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.
Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm is for ophthalmic (eye) use only; do not inject or swallow. Do not use Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are allergic to azithromycin, any other macrolide antibiotic, medium-chain triglycerides, or any of the components in Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, notify your doctor. Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm may temporarily blur your vision; therefore wait until your vision is back to normal before using any machinery or driving.
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Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye such as bacterial conjunctivitis and trachoma conjunctivitis. Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm contains azithromycin which works by killing the conjunctivitis-causing bacteria. Thus Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm treats bacterial eye infections.
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Do not use Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are allergic to azithromycin, any other macrolide antibiotic, medium-chain triglycerides, or any of the components in Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. After using Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm, 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 Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm.
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Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm treats bacterial eye infections.
Use Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm only for the duration recommended by your doctor. Do not use it for more than the recommended duration. Inform your doctor if the eye infection does not improve after three days of using Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm.
Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 15 minutes between Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm and other eye medications. Use other eye medications first, wait for 15 minutes and then use Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm. Remove contact lenses before using Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm. It is advised to wear spectacles and avoid contact lenses until the infection is cleared.
Azicor Eye Ointment 5 gm may temporarily blur the vision. Therefore, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery to prevent any mishappening.
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Do not touch the tip of the dropper/tube as it may contaminate the contents.
Disease/Condition Glossary
Bacterial conjunctivitis: Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. It is a highly contagious infection that is spread by eye secretions. Symptoms include redness, itchiness, and discharge or crusting around the eye.
Trachoma conjunctivitis: Trachoma conjunctivitis is an eye infection caused by a bacterium named Chlamydia trachomatis. It is highly contagious that almost always affects both the eyes. Symptoms begin as mild irritation, itching of the eyelids and eye which progress to eye pain and blurred vision.
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