Active Ingredient	Chloramphenicol / Hydrocortisone Acetate
Manufacturer	N/A
Origin	Australia
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What is Chloroint Eye Ointment (Chloramphenicol/Hydrocortisone Acetate) used for?

Chloroint Eye Ointment (Chloramphenicol/Hydrocortisone Acetate) is an ophthalmic antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial eye infections affecting cats or dogs. The medication operates by disrupting cell wall production to eliminate sensitive bacteria cells while preventing reproduction to stop the spread of infection allowing the immune system to destroy it naturally. It also contains a corticosteroid medication that suppresses immune responses that cause swelling and irritation that may occur as a result of infection to comfort the eye during treatment. The ointment is commonly prescribed to treat conditions such as conjunctivitis or other similar conditions. It may be used along with other medicines or to treat other unlisted conditions.

How should I use Chloroint Eye Ointment (Chloramphenicol/Hydrocortisone Acetate)?

Always use Chloroint Eye Ointment (Chloramphenicol/Hydrocortisone Acetate) as directed by the veterinarian to get the most effective results from treatment. It is typically applied once or twice each day for a cycle of medication lasting one or two weeks, but the best treatment will be determined according to your pet's current health condition or response to similar treatments. Do not self medicate as misuse may cause serious problems and overuse of an antibacterial medication may reduce its effectiveness in treating future infections.

Always wash your hands before each administration to remove any contaminants from your hands. Take the cap off of the bottle, pull down the lower lid of the animal's affected eye, and dispense a small amount of medicine into the pocket formed. Allow the animal to blink to spread the ointment over the surface of the eye. Wash your hands with soap and water after application to prevent the medicine from coming into contact with other areas not being treated. Do not stop using the medicine prior to use, even if all symptoms have disappeared, as the infection may not be gone and can relapse stronger or more resistant to treatment. Administer the doses at the same times each day for the most efficient results by keeping a constant level of medicine on the eye at all times.

Bring your pet in for regular consultations with the veterinarian to make sure the medication is having the correct effects. After observing its progress and response to the medication, you may be instructed to adjust the dosage or application frequency until the best results are found. Ask the veterinarian or your pharmacist any questions you have about the medicine to ensure the correct usage.

What are the side effects of Chloroint Eye Ointment (Chloramphenicol/Hydrocortisone Acetate)?

Chloroint Eye Ointment (Chloramphenicol/Hydrocortisone Acetate) will not cause side effects in most dogs or cats when used correctly. Symptoms that do occur may be mild or severe and should be reported to the veterinarian as soon as you notice them. These may require a reduced frequency of application or other adjustments to your pet's treatment to prevent further complications from occurring. More serious health problems may also require immediate medical attention.

Side effects that may occur include:

• Swelling of the skin surrounding the eye
• Burning or irritation of the eye following application
• Flaking or dry skin around the eye
• Crusting, watering, or discharge from the treated eye

Please Note

Chloroint Eye Ointment (Chloramphenicol/Hydrocortisone Acetate) is only meant to be used in cats or dogs and should not be administered to humans or other animals. It is suggested to bring your pet in for a consultation before beginning its use to make sure it does not have any conditions that may cause complications during treatment. These may require reduced dosages or other adjustments to the regiment to prevent these potential problems from appearing.

Strictly follow all instructions provided to you by your veterinarian or pharmacist while using Chloroint Eye Ointment (Chloramphenicol/Hydrocortisone Acetate). Optimum and safe dosage can differ based on the animal and the condition being treated.

As this medication may be unsafe for certain animals, it is essential you always inform your veterinarian if it is pregnant or breastfeeding, as well as if it has any allergies, other illnesses, or ongoing health conditions, and if it is taking any other form of medication, supplements, or herbal products.

Immediately seek emergency medical care if it has an allergic or hypersensitive reaction. Common signs of a reaction include hives, swelling, skin rashes, chest pains, as well as trouble breathing or swallowing.