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About Coti H Eye Ointment

CHLORAMPHENICOL+HYDROCORTISONE belongs to a group of medicines called 'antibiotics' primarily used to treat bacterial infections of the eye (optic). It is used for treating infectious diseases of eyelids, the cornea (the transparent part that covers the front part of the eye), conjunctiva ( lines the inner surfaces of the eyelids), and anterior ocular segment(front of the eye). Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria enter into any part of the eyeball or surrounding tissues, including cornea ( front surface of the eye) and lining of the outer eye and inner eyelids (conjunctiva). The common symptoms of eye infections are red eyes, pain, eye discharge, watery eyes, dry eyes, light Sensitivity, swollen eyes, itching, and blurred vision. 

Uses of Coti H Eye Ointment

Bacterial eye infection (conjunctivitis)

Medicinal Benefits of Coti H Eye Ointment

CHLORAMPHENICOL+HYDROCORTISONE is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Hydrocortisone and Chloramphenicol. Hydrocortisone is a steroid medicine that works by calming down the body's immune response to decrease itching, pain, and swelling (inflammation) of the eye. Chloramphenicol is bacteriostatic, which prevents bacteria's growth by inhibiting the production of essential proteins necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply, and increase numbers. Together as a combined product, CHLORAMPHENICOL+HYDROCORTISONE prevents the spread of eye infections caused by a wide range of gram-negative bacteria causing eye infections. 

Directions for Use

Eye drops/ointment: Pull the lower eye-lid gently using a finger to form a pocket, position the tube above the eye and Gently squeeze 1-2 drops of ointment/drops into the pocket, 4 to 6 times a day. In severe cases, during the first 48-72 hours, the dose may be increased by 2 drops every 2 hours until improvement occurs or as prescribed by the doctor. Do not swallow or inject CHLORAMPHENICOL+HYDROCORTISONE in the eyes. CHLORAMPHENICOL+HYDROCORTISONE drop or ointment is only for use in the eyes and should be applied as advised by the doctor. Advice: Please do not touch the container tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate CHLORAMPHENICOL+HYDROCORTISONE and cause eye infections. Do not wear contact lenses while using this medicine. Firstly sterilize the contact lenses, and check with your doctor before you begin using them again. If you are also using another type of eye medicine then wait for a minimum of 5 to 10 minutes before applying other medications.

Side Effects of Coti H Eye Ointment

• Redness in eyes
• Itching eyes
• Irritation, burning, or stinging sensation in the eyes
• Blurred vision
• Increased sensitivity to light
• Eyelid swelling

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

CHLORAMPHENICOL+HYDROCORTISONE should not be used for an eye infection due to a virus, another type of eye infection (e.g., tuberculosis, fungus),  without consulting with the doctor. After applying CHLORAMPHENICOL+HYDROCORTISONE your vision becomes blurred for some time so it is advised not to drive or using any machine or any activity that needs a clear vision.  Long-time use of CHLORAMPHENICOL+HYDROCORTISONE can enhance the risk of e intraocular pressure (glaucoma) that can even damage the optic nerve, cause visual defects. Therefore it is advised to go for regular eye checkups to monitor intraocular pressure. CHLORAMPHENICOL+HYDROCORTISONE contains s benzalkonium chloride as an excipient that may discolor soft lenses so try to avoid soft lenses for at least sometimes after using CHLORAMPHENICOL+HYDROCORTISONE.

Drug-Drug Interaction:

CHLORAMPHENICOL+HYDROCORTISONE may interact with anticholinergic agents (atropine), HIV/AIDS drugs (ritonavir, cobicistat), antibiotics (erythromycin, amoxicillin, azlocillin, bacampicillin, ampicillin, tetracycline, and polymyxin B), an anti-epileptic drug (carbamazepine), anti-diabetic (chlorpropamide).