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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections such as bacterial conjunctivitis and trachoma conjunctivitis. It helps by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby helps fight infection-causing bacteria. This medicine is not effective for treating viral infections. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as eye discomfort, irritation, burning/stinging sensation, redness and temporary blurred vision.
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Composition :

AZITHROMYCIN-1%W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Synovia Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm

Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm belongs to the class of macrolide antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the eye such as bacterial conjunctivitis and trachoma conjunctivitis. An inflammation or infection of the transparent membrane that lines the eyelids and eyes is known as bacterial conjunctivitis. Trachoma conjunctivitis is an eye infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis.

Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm contains azithromycin which works by killing the conjunctivitis-causing bacteria. Thus Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm treats bacterial eye infections.

Use Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm are burning/stinging sensation, redness and temporary blurred vision. Most of these side effects fade away gradually over time without the need for medical intervention. However, consult your doctor if you experience these side effects frequently.

Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm is for ophthalmic (eye) use only; do not inject or swallow. Do not use Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are allergic to azithromycin, any other macrolide antibiotic, medium-chain triglycerides, or any of the components in Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, notify your doctor. Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm may temporarily blur your vision; therefore wait until your vision is back to normal before using any machinery or driving.

Uses of Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections (Bacterial conjunctivitis, Trachoma conjunctivitis)

Directions for Use

Eye drops: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.Eye cream/ointment: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Squeeze a tiny amount of the cream/ointment into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Medicinal Benefits

Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye such as bacterial conjunctivitis and trachoma conjunctivitis. Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm contains azithromycin which works by killing the conjunctivitis-causing bacteria. Thus Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm treats bacterial eye infections.

How Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm Works

Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm contains azithromycin which works by killing the conjunctivitis-causing bacteria. Thus Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm treats bacterial eye infections.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm

  • Itching
  • Burning or stinging sensation
  • Blurred vision
  • A feeling of sticky eye
  • A Feeling that there is something in the eye

What if I have taken an overdose of Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm

Do not use more than the prescribed dose. Overdose of Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm causes eye discomfort including burning, stinging, irritation, dry eye, pain, itching, runny eyes, or feeling like something is in your eye, blurry vision, change in taste, stuffy nose and sinus infection. Stop using Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm and contact your doctor if any of these symptoms bother you.

Drug Warnings

Do not use Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are allergic to azithromycin, any other macrolide antibiotic, medium-chain triglycerides, or any of the components in Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. After using Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm, you may experience temporary blurred vision; therefore, wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery. Inform your doctor if you have vision issues, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure in the eye), eye damage, or eye surgery before using Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AzithromycinZiprasidone
Critical
AzithromycinIvabradine
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AzithromycinZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Co-administration of Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Ziprasidone and Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinIvabradine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm with Ivabradine increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Though administration of Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm alongside Ivabradine can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, get medical treatment immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinCitalopram
Severe
How does the drug interact with Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm with citalopram may increase the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm alongside citalopram can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
AzithromycinColchicine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Coadministration of Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm with colchicine may raise colchicine levels in the blood to undesirable levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Concomitant administration of Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm alongside colchicine can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Inform your doctor if you have any of the following symptoms: stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, muscular pain, weakness, exhaustion, and/or numbness or tingling in your hands and feet. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinBisacodyl
Severe
How does the drug interact with Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Co-administration of Bisacodyl and Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm together can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Bisacodyl can be taken with Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or heart palpitations, weakness, tiredness, drowsiness, confusion, tingling, numbness, muscle pain, cramps, nausea, or vomiting. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinGatifloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm with gatifloxacin may increase the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Though administration of Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm alongside gatifloxacin can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
AzithromycinIloperidone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm with iloperidone increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Though administration of Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm alongside iloperidone can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, get medical treatment immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinMethadone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm with methadone increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although administration of Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm alongside methadone can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, get medical treatment immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinDisopyramide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm with disopyramide may raise the risk of a possibly abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm alongside Disopyramide can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid or pounding heartbeats, get medical treatment immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinAnagrelide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm with anagrelide may increase the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm. If you're dealing with other cardiac illnesses, electrolyte imbalances (for example, magnesium or potassium loss likely due to serious or prolonged diarrhoea or vomiting), you may be at greater risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm and anagrelide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Sleep for at least six to eight hours to rejuvenate your eyes naturally.
  • Wash your eyes with clean water at least two to three times a day. Do not wash your eyes for at least two weeks if you have undergone eye surgery.
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid alcoholic beverages as they can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can also affect your body’s ability to fight off infections.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm can be used during breastfeeding if prescribed by the doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause temporary blurred vision. Wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information is available about the use of Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm in patients suffering from liver impairment. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Limited information is available about the use of Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm in patients suffering from kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm can be used in children if advised by the doctor.

FAQs

Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm belongs to the class of macrolide antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the eye such as bacterial conjunctivitis and trachoma conjunctivitis.
Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm treats bacterial eye infections.
Use Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm only for the duration recommended by your doctor. Do not use it for more than the recommended duration. Inform your doctor if the eye infection does not improve after three days of using Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm.
Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 15 minutes between Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm and other eye medications. Use other eye medications first, wait for 15 minutes and then use Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm. Remove contact lenses before using Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm. It is advised to wear spectacles and avoid contact lenses until the infection is cleared.
Azisite Eye Ointment 5 gm may temporarily blur the vision. Therefore, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery to prevent any mishappening.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

3M India Ltd, Concorde Block, Ub City, #24, Vittal Mallya Road, Bangalore, Karnataka - 560001 India
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