Iotrim Eye Ointment
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Product introduction
Iotrim Eye Ointment is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of eye infection with inflammation. It kills the bacteria and helps in relieving redness, itching, and swelling caused by the infection.
Use Iotrim Eye Ointment only in the affected eye. Use it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
The most common side effects include burning sensation, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. If this side effect persist for a longer duration, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it off with water. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause blurring of vision.
Use Iotrim Eye Ointment only in the affected eye. Use it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
The most common side effects include burning sensation, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. If this side effect persist for a longer duration, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it off with water. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause blurring of vision.
Uses of Iotrim Eye Ointment
- Treatment of Eye infection with inflammation
Benefits of Iotrim Eye Ointment
In Treatment of Eye infection with inflammation
Iotrim Eye Ointment is used to treat bacterial infection of the eyes such as conjunctivitis or pink eye. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation in the eyes. Use it three times a day for 7 days. Your symptoms might improve after using Iotrim Eye Ointment. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Iotrim Eye Ointment
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Iotrim
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
- Blurred vision
How to use Iotrim Eye Ointment
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.
How Iotrim Eye Ointment works
Iotrim Eye Ointment is a combination of two antibiotics (Gramicidin and Neomycin) and a steroid (Triamcinolone). The antibiotics work by killing the bacteria that cause infections. The steroid blocks the action of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Iotrim Eye Ointment during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Iotrim Eye Ointment during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Iotrim Eye Ointment alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Iotrim Eye Ointment?
If you miss a dose of Iotrim Eye Ointment, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Iotrim Eye Ointment to cure your eye infection and improve your symptoms.
- Use it twice a day (in the morning and the evening) or as prescribed by the doctor.
- Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
- Eye infections can cause your eyes to become more sensitive to sunlight than usual. Wearing sunglasses may help to prevent this.
- Along with using Iotrim Eye Ointment, give a warm compress to your eyes to get relief from itching and burning sensation.
- Take care to avoid spreading the infection from one eye to the other, and to other members of your family. Washing your hands regularly (particularly after touching your eyes) and not sharing towels or pillows will help to prevent the infection from spreading.
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Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
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FAQs
How long does Iotrim Eye Ointment takes to work?
Usually, Iotrim Eye Ointment starts working soon after applying it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Can I stop applying Iotrim Eye Ointment when I feel better?
No, do not stop applying Iotrim Eye Ointment and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- MedIndia. Triamcinolone Acetonide + Gramicidin + Neomycin Sulphate. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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