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Erythromycin Eye Ointment (Generic)
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Description
Erythromycin eye ointment is prescribed to treat bacterial eye infections and to prevent eye infections in newborns.
The ointment is available in a tube that contains 5 mg of erythromycin per 1 gram of ointment.
Fact Table
Formula
C37H67NO13
License
US FDA
Bioavailability
Minimal (topical ocular)
Legal status
Prescription only (Rx)
Chemical Name
Erythromycin
Elimination half-life
1.5–2 hours (systemic)
Dosage (Strength)
5 mg/g (0.5%) ophthalmic ointment
Pregnancy
Category B – Generally considered safe
Brands
Ilotycin, Erythromycin Ophthalmic Ointment
Protein binding
70–90% (systemic)
PubChem CID
12560
MedlinePlus
a682381
ChEBI
CHEBI:42355
ATC code
S01AA17
DrugBank
DB00199
KEGG
D00125
Routes of administration
Topical (ocular)
Directions
Use erythromycin eye ointment as directed by your doctor. If you have any questions or concerns, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Your doctor will instruct you on how to use the medication and how often you should use it.
Erythromycin Eye Ointment Dosage: Depending on how severe the infection is, the ointment is applied directly to the infected eye one or more times a day.
When used to prevent eye infections in newborns, a ribbon of ointment about 0.5 to 1 centimeters long should be placed into each conjunctival sac of the eye.
Ingredients
Erythromycin is the active ingredient in erythromycin eye ointment. Mineral oil and petrolatum are the inactive ingredients.
Contraindications
You should not use erythromycin eye ointment if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
Cautions
- Before you start using erythromycin eye ointment, tell your doctor:
- About all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you take, including other eye products
- About your allergies
- About your current health conditions and past medical history
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Prolonged or repeated treatment with erythromycin can cause a superinfection, or overgrowth of bacteria or fungi.
Side Effects
Hives and rashes are possible erythromycin eye ointment side effects. However, these are not the only side effects that can occur. Call your doctor right away if you have side effects that bother you or won’t go away.
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Reference
Erythromycin Eye Ointment. Montreal, Quebec: PENDOPHARM; 2017.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 1509
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