Chloramphenicol + Dexamethasone + Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate + Polymyxin B
Uses
Chloramphenicol, Dexamethasone, Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate, and Polymyxin B are used in the treatment of bacterial eye and ear infections.
How it Works
How Chloramphenicol, Dexamethasone, Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate, and Polymyxin B Work Chloramphenicol, Dexamethasone, Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate, and Polymyxin B is a combination of four medicines: chloramphenicol, dexamethasone, phenyl mercuric nitrate, and polymyxin B. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic that inhibits bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of proteins necessary for bacteria to perform their vital functions. Dexamethasone is a steroid that blocks the production of certain chemicals (prostaglandins) responsible for causing redness, swelling, and itching in the affected area. Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate serves as an antimicrobial preservative. Polymyxin B is an antibiotic that disrupts the outer cell membrane of certain gram-negative bacteria and inhibits their respiration.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Chloramphenicol, Dexamethasone, Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate, and Polymyxin B include eye irritation, ear irritation, watery eyes, and a burning sensation.
Expert Advice
- Wash your hands thoroughly before applying Chloramphenicol + Dexamethasone + Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate + Polymyxin B.
- To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or allow it to come into contact with your eye, ear, or any other surface.
- If the dropper tip does touch a surface, squeeze two or three drops immediately onto a tissue and rinse the tip with salt water.
- In addition to using Chloramphenicol + Dexamethasone + Phenyl Mercuric Nitrate + Polymyxin B, apply a warm compress to your eyes or ears to relieve itching and other discomforts.
- Take precautions to prevent spreading the infection from one eye or ear to the other, as well as to other family members.
- Wash your hands regularly, especially after touching your eyes or ears, and avoid sharing towels or pillows to help prevent the infection from spreading.
- Do not use the medication for an extended period without consulting a doctor.
- Ensure that the opened bottle is used within four weeks.
