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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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About Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections. It is also used to treat steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular conditions. Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.
 
Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm contains Polymyxin B, Chloramphenicol, and Dexamethasone. Polymyxin B works by damaging the bacterial cell membrane. Chloramphenicol kills the bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for survival of the bacteria. Dexamethasone blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling, itching, and redness. Together, Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm helps in treating bacterial eye infections.
 
In some cases, Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause side effects such as a burning sensation, itchiness, irritation, and dryness. 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. Do not touch the tip of the dispensing container as it may contaminate the contents. Keep your doctor informed regarding your health condition and the medicines you are taking to prevent any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm

Bacterial infections of the eye

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/gel/cream: 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.

Medicinal Benefits

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat bacterial eye infections. It is also used to treat steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular conditions. Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm contains Polymyxin B, Chloramphenicol, and Dexamethasone. Polymyxin B works by damaging the bacterial cell membrane. Chloramphenicol kills the bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for survival of the bacteria. Dexamethasone blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling, itching, and redness. Together, Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm helps in treating bacterial eye infections. It may also be indicated in chronic anterior uveitis (inflammation of the middle of the eye) and corneal injury from radiation, chemical or thermal burns, or penetration of foreign bodies.

Storage

keep Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm out of sight and reach of children.

Drug Warnings

Do not use Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are allergic to any of its components or if you have epithelial herpes keratitis (infection of the cornea), vaccinia (pox virus), varicella (chicken pox), other viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva, mycobacterial infections of the eye and fungal eye diseases. Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm is for ophthalmic (eye) use only. Do not inject or swallow Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm. Avoid touching the tip of the dispensing container as it may contaminate the contents. Inform your doctor if you have an eye injury. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let your doctor know if you are taking any prescription/non-prescription medicines or herbal supplements.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DexamethasoneRilpivirine
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DexamethasoneRilpivirine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
When Rilpivirine is taken with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Rilpivirine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rilpivirine and Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
When Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm is taken with Ranolazine, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Ranolazine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ranolazine and Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
When Regorafenib is taken with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Regorafenib.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Regorafenib and Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Co-administration of Desmopressin with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm may increase the risk of hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm and Desmopressin can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle stiffness, tremors, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Flibanserin with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm may significantly increases the blood levels of flibanserin

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ocupol DX 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.
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm with triazolam can increased the effects of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Triazolam with Ocupol DX 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 Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking lomitapide with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm can significantly increase the blood levels of lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ocupol DX 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.
Polymyxin bIodamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Co-administration of Iodamide with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm may increase the risk of kidney damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm and Iodamide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, swelling, breathing difficulty, muscle pain, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Cidofovir with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm sulfate can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Polymyxin-b and Cidofovir together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, breathing difficulty, bone pain, muscle pain, dizziness, confusion, or irregular heart rhythm, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Polymyxin bTubocurarine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Co-administration of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm and Tubocurarine together may cause serious breathing problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm and Tubocurarine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any breathing difficulty, consult the doctor immediately. 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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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands regularly. Avoid touching the eyes with dirty hands. 
  • 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 the contact lens 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.

Side Effects of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm

  • Burning sensation
  • Itchiness
  • Irritation
  • Dryness

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHALMOLOGIC AGENTS

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm works by killing the infection-causing bacteria and by blocking the chemical messengers that cause inflammation. Thereby treating bacterial eye infections.

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause blurred vision. Therefore, drive or operate machinery only if your vision is clear to prevent any mishappening.

To treat your condition effectually, continue using Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Consult the doctor if you experience any difficulty while using Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm.

Do not wear contact lenses while using Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm. It is recommended to use spectacles and avoid wearing contact lenses until the infection is cleared. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 5-10 minutes between Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm and other eye medications. Eye ointments should be used last.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial eye infections: Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea. Symptoms of an infection include red eye, pain, discharge, watery/dry eyes, swelling, itching, and sensitivity to light. The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, and keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the infection/inflammation of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. A stye is a bump on the eyelid or base of eyelashes. Keratitis is the inflammation of the cornea. It is a common problem in people who wear contact lenses.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known whether alcohol affects Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before using Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before using Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if breastfeeding mothers can use Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm or not.

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Driving

Caution

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause blurred vision. So, avoid driving vehicles or operating machinery unless your vision is clear.

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Liver

Caution

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Kidney

Caution

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Children

Consult your doctor

The safety and effectiveness of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm in children have not been established. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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