Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm

Question 1

How does Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm work?

Accepted Answer

Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm contains Polymyxin B and Chloramphenicol. Polymyxin B works by inhibiting the formation of bacterial cell walls, which are necessary for survival because they prevent unwanted substances from entering the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Chloramphenicol inhibits the production of essential proteins required for bacteria to grow, multiply, and multiply. Bacteria are thus destroyed. They work together to relieve itching, pain, and discomfort in the eye caused by infection.

Question 2

Can I use chymotrypsin with Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm?

Accepted Answer

You are not recommended to use chymotrypsin while using Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm as it may reduce the effectiveness of chymotrypsin (used during cataract surgery). However, please consult your doctor before using other medicines with Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm.

Question 3

Can I wear contact lenses while using Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm?

Accepted Answer

You are not recommended to wear contact lenses during the entire course of Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm as it may worsen the infection. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before using Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm and reinsert them after 24 hours of finishing the course of Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm.

Question 4

Can I use other eye drops with Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm?

Accepted Answer

You are recommended to maintain a minimum of 10 minutes time gap between using Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm and other eye drops and administer eye ointments in the last.

Question 5

Does Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm cause blurred vision?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause temporary blurred vision. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating heavy machinery.

Question 6

Can I stop using Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm on my own?

Accepted Answer

You are not recommended to stop using Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm without consulting your doctor as it may increase pressure in the eyes and may lead to loss of vision. Therefore, use Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while using Ocupol Eye Ointment 5 gm, please consult your doctor.

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