Description
Uses
- Treats infections caused by susceptible bacteria, such as:
- Conjunctivitis.
- Keratitis (inflammation of the cornea).
- Ulcers of the cornea caused by bacteria.
- Works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial proteins to kill them.
How to use it (general method)
- Wash your hands.
- Tilt your head back and pull the lower eyelid down to form a small pocket.
- Put one drop into the pocket.
- Close your eye for 1 to 2 minutes, while gently pressing the corner of the eye near the nose (nasolacrimal occlusion) to prolong the effect and reduce side effects.
- Space the drops at least 15 minutes apart from other eye drops.
Important precautions
- Follow the prescription : Do not change the dose or duration without medical advice, to avoid bacterial resistance.
- Ineffective against viruses : Does not help with viral infections.
- Side effects : May cause local irritation or an allergic reaction.
- Stopping treatment : Do not stop it too early.
- Allergies : Do not use in case of allergy to gentamicin or aminoglycosides.
