Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone
About
Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone belongs to a group of medicines called ophthalmic agents primarily used in the treatment of uveitis and its associated symptoms. Uveitis is inflammation of the eye's middle layer, called the uvea or uveal tract. It can cause eye pain and changes to your vision. The causes of uveitis could be an eye injury, viral/bacterial infection, or any underlying disease conditions.
Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone contains Atropine, chloramphenicol, and dexamethasone. Atropine is an anticholinergic medication that works through dilation of the pupil and relaxation of the ocular muscles. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic that inhibits bacterial growth by blocking the synthesis of key proteins that bacteria require to perform vital tasks. Dexamethasone is a steroid that inhibits the development of chemical messengers (prostaglandins), which cause the eyes to become red and puffy. Altogether Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone treats uveitis.
You are advised to use Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, it may cause certain common side effects such as itching, irritation, and stinging sensation in the eye. 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 you experience these side effects persistently.
If you have had a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine, do not use Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone without consulting a doctor. Consult your doctor before using Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is not recommended to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone because it may cause temporary blurring of vision. Avoid touching the dropper's tip as this may contaminate the contents. Do not use any other eye medications while using Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone without first consulting your doctor.
Uses of Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone
Medicinal Benefits
Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone belongs to a group of ophthalmic medications. Atropine, chloramphenicol, and dexamethasone are the active ingredients in Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone. Atropine is an anticholinergic medication that operates through dilation of the pupil and relaxation of the ocular muscles. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic that inhibits bacterial growth by blocking the synthesis of key proteins that bacteria require to perform vital tasks. Dexamethasone is a type of steroid medication. It inhibits the development of particular chemical messengers (prostaglandins), which cause the eyes to become red and swollen. Altogether Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone treats uveitis (An inflammation of the eye's middle layer).
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone
- Eye Irritation
- Stinging sensation in the eye
- Eye Itching
- Eye redness
- Blurred vision
- Dry mouth
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not use Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone if you are allergic or hypersensitive to any of the components. Inform your doctor if you have a blood disorder or bone marrow disease, dyscrasias (a condition that can cause tiredness, bruising and an increased risk of infections), visual disturbances, severe pain in the eye, sensitivity to light, glaucoma (raised pressure in the eye), eye injury or eye surgery. Consult a doctor before using Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone might cause blurred vision; so, drive only if your vision is clear.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone may interact with medicines used to treat sleeping sickness (e.g. fexinidazole) and vaccines (e.g. smallpox vaccine).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone may interact with disease conditions such as bone marrow suppression, ocular infections, cataracts, glaucoma/intraocular hypertension.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone. However, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol as a precautionary measure.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult the doctor as there are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionConsult your doctor as there is no substantial research yet on the use of Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone in breastfeeding/nursing mothers.
Driving
cautionAtropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone might cause blurred vision or other eye problems such as itching or irritation. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.
Liver
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone in patients with liver impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Kidney
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone in patients with kidney impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Children
cautionAtropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat a balanced diet.
- Include fish, nuts, legumes, citrus fruits, green leafy vegetables, carrots, sweet potatoes, and eggs, as they help in improving eyesight.
- Get regular eye examination done.
- Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.
- Use sunglasses to protect your eyes from sensitivity to light when you step outdoors.
- Maintain proper lens hygiene, clean the lens weekly with lens solution and replace them monthly when a new bottle of lens solution is opened.
- To prevent digital strain, look away every 20 minutes for 20 seconds at something 20 feet away.
- Reduce screen time. Avoid staring at digital screens for a long time.
- Avoid touching eyes with dirty hands as it might cause infection.
Special Advise
Regular eye check-up is advised before and during the treatment if you have had any eye problems.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Uveitis: It is the inflammation of the uvea (middle layer of the eye) and the surrounding tissues. The causes of uveitis could be an eye injury, viral/bacterial infection, or any underlying disease conditions. If untreated, uveitis could lead to loss of vision. Symptoms include vision problems such as cloudy or blurred vision, eye pain, redness, and abnormal sensitivity to light.
FAQs
The active ingredients in Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone are atropine, chloramphenicol, and dexamethasone. Atropine dilates the pupil and relaxes the ocular muscles. Chloramphenicol inhibits bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of key proteins required by bacteria to perform essential tasks. Dexamethasone prevents the production of specific chemical messengers (prostaglandins), which cause the eyes to become red, puffy, and itchy. As a result, Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone addresses uveitis.
Do not stop using Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone without consulting your doctor on your own. Continue using Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, to treat your condition effectually. Consult the doctor if any irritation persists or worsens.
Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone might cause blurred vision or other eye problems such as itching or irritation, and in some cases, it might last for several hours. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.
Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone might discolour soft contact lenses. Therefore, do not wear contact lenses while using Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone. Remove contact lenses before using Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone and put them back 15minutes after using Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone.
Dryness in the mouth or dry mouth could be a side-effect of Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.
Please consult your doctor before using other eye medications along with Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone as they might delay the absorption of Atropine+chloramphenicol+dexamethasone.
After instilling the eye drops, please close your eyes for about thirty seconds to allow them to absorb properly.
