Optrex Bacterial Conjunctivitis 1% w/w Eye Ointment

Easy to use tube of ointment for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis, offering quick relief from itchy, gritty eyes.

What is bacterial conjunctivitis?

Bacterial conjunctivitis is a common and highly contagious condition that causes redness and irritation of the eye, and is caused by a bacterial infection. It is commonly known as pink eye. Symptoms can include itchiness, watery eyes and a sticky discharge which sticks your eyelids together after a night's sleep. When treated, the condition should improve within a week.

What causes bacterial conjunctivitis?

• It's highly contagious so it can be caused by being in contact with someone who has the condition already - sharing pillow cases for instance
• If you wear contact lenses than it may be caused by poor lens hygiene
• It can be caused by touching your eyes with unclean fingers
• It can be caused by a low immune system, for instance when you have a cold

Product Features

• Contains 1% Chloramphenicol
• Suitable for adults and children aged 2 and over
• Not suitable for use with contact lenses

Directions for the use of Optrex Bacterial Conjunctivitis Eye Ointment

• Always read the package leaflet before use.
• Make sure your hands are clean and try not to touch the open end of the tube.
• Apply a small strip of ointment on the inside of the lower eye lid in the affected eye 3-4 times a day for 5 days, blink a few times to make sure it spreads evenly.

Cautions for the use of Optrex Bacterial Conjunctivitis Eye Ointment

• Do not use this product if you're allergic to chloramphenicol or anything else in the ointment.
• If your condition does not improve within 48 hours, talk to your doctor.
• If your eyes get worse, stop using this product and see your doctor immediately.
• After 5 days, throw away any ointment left.
• Do not store above 25 degrees Celsius
• Keep out of reach of children

Ingredients of Optrex Bacterial Conjunctivitis Eye Ointment

Chloramphenicol 1% w/w, Liquid Paraffin, White Petroleum. Contents are sterile until opened.