Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops

Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:06 AM (IST)

Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops is a medicine used to treat bacterial infections of the eye or ear. It kills the bacteria and further stops its growth. This way it relieves the symptoms caused by the infection.

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5 ml Eye/Ear Drops

General Information

Contains

Polymyxin B (5000IU/ml)+ Chloramphenicol (4mg/ml)

Marketer

Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops is to be used only in the affected eye or ear. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Do not use too much or too little. Do not stop using the medicine even if you feel better and complete the dose.

Use of this medicine may cause burning sensation, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your nose or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.

Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

Uses of Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops stops the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching, or soreness caused due to eye infections. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops

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 Ocupol

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops

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 dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.

How Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops works

Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of two antibiotics: Polymyxin B and Chloramphenicol. These antibiotics work by killing the bacteria or stopping their growth in the eye/ear. Together, they treat your infection effectively.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops to cure your eye/ear infection and improve your symptoms.
Use it twice a day (in the morning and the evening). If your symptoms are particularly severe, your doctor may suggest you use them up to four times a day.
To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface. If it does, squeeze out two or three drops straightaway onto some tissue and rinse the tip with saltwater.
Along with using Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops, give a warm compress to your eyes/ears to get relief from itching and other discomforts.
Take care to avoid spreading the infection from one eye/ear to the other, and to other members of your family. Washing your hands regularly (particularly after touching your eyes/ears) and not sharing towels or pillows will help to prevent the infection from spreading.
Your doctor has prescribed Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops to cure your eye infection and improve your symptoms.
Use it twice a day (in the morning and the evening). If your symptoms are particularly severe, your doctor may suggest you use them up to four times a day.
To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface. If it does, squeeze out two or three drops straightaway onto some tissue and rinse the tip with saltwater.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication. This will prevent the medication from draining out.
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 Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops, 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

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Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS

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User feedback

Patients taking Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops

Once A Day

35%

Four Times A Day

29%

Thrice A Day

20%

Twice A Day

15%

Once A Week

Alternate Day

What are you using Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops for?

Bacterial infections

100%

Patient concerns

I am having eye redness. Opthalmologist recommended ocupol d but instead only ocupol dx was available. Can I use it?

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

But not for a very long time

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Ophthalmology

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Marketer details

Name: Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: CENTAUR HOUSE, Near Grand Hyatt, Vakola ,Santacruz – East, Mumbai – 400 055, India.

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops

Benefits of Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops

Side effects of Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops

How to use Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops

How Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

References

User feedback

Patients taking Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops

What are you using Ocupol Eye/Ear Drops for?

Patient concerns

I am having eye redness. Opthalmologist recommended ocupol d but instead only ocupol dx was available. Can I use it?

How to apply ocupol DX cream in eye

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