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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat bacterial eye infections. It contains Polymyxin B, Chloramphenicol, and Dexamethasone. Polymyxin B works by damaging the bacterial cell membrane. Chloramphenicol kills the bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for survival of the bacteria. Dexamethasone blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling, itching, and redness. Together, they help in treating bacterial eye infections.

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Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections. It is also used to treat steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular conditions. Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm contains Polymyxin B, Chloramphenicol, and Dexamethasone. Polymyxin B works by damaging the bacterial cell membrane. Chloramphenicol kills the bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for survival of the bacteria. Dexamethasone blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling, itching, and redness. Together, Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm helps in treating bacterial eye infections.

In some cases, Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause side effects such as a burning sensation, itchiness, irritation, and dryness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not touch the tip of the dispensing container as it may contaminate the contents. Keep your doctor informed regarding your health condition and the medicines you are taking to prevent any side effects/interactions.

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye
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 ointment/gel/cream: 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/gel into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat bacterial eye infections. It is also used to treat steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular conditions. Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm contains Polymyxin B, Chloramphenicol, and Dexamethasone. Polymyxin B works by damaging the bacterial cell membrane. Chloramphenicol kills the bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for survival of the bacteria. Dexamethasone blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling, itching, and redness. Together, Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm helps in treating bacterial eye infections. It may also be indicated in chronic anterior uveitis (inflammation of the middle of the eye) and corneal injury from radiation, chemical or thermal burns, or penetration of foreign bodies.

Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm contains Polymyxin B, Chloramphenicol, and Dexamethasone. Polymyxin B works by damaging the bacterial cell membrane. Chloramphenicol kills the bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for survival of the bacteria. Dexamethasone blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling, itching, and redness. Together, Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm helps in treating bacterial eye infections.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
  • Burning sensation
  • Itchiness
  • Irritation
  • Dryness
Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Using more medication will not improve your symptoms; instead, they may cause serious side effects or poisoning. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. Seek emergency medical attention or call your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms or if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

Do not use Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are allergic to any of its components or if you have epithelial herpes keratitis (infection of the cornea), vaccinia (pox virus), varicella (chicken pox), other viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva, mycobacterial infections of the eye and fungal eye diseases. Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm is for ophthalmic (eye) use only. Do not inject or swallow Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm. Avoid touching the tip of the dispensing container as it may contaminate the contents. Inform your doctor if you have an eye injury. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let your doctor know if you are taking any prescription/non-prescription medicines or herbal supplements.

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DexamethasoneRanolazine
Critical
DexamethasoneRilpivirine
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

DexamethasoneRanolazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
When Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm is taken with Ranolazine, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Ranolazine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ranolazine and Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DexamethasoneRilpivirine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
When Rilpivirine is taken with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Rilpivirine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rilpivirine and Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DexamethasoneDesmopressin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Co-administration of Desmopressin with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm may increase the risk of hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm and Desmopressin can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle stiffness, tremors, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DexamethasoneRegorafenib
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
When Regorafenib is taken with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Regorafenib.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Regorafenib and Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChloramphenicolLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking lomitapide with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm can significantly increase the blood levels of lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm with Lomitapide is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Flibanserin with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm may significantly increases the blood levels of flibanserin

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm with Flibanserin is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ChloramphenicolTriazolam
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm with triazolam can increased the effects of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Triazolam with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. In case you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Polymyxin bVecuronium
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Co-administration of Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm and Vecuronium together may cause serious breathing problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm with Vecuronium together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any breathing difficulty, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Polymyxin bKanamycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Kanamycin with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm can increase the risk and severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm and Kanamycin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience hearing loss, ringing in the ears, vertigo, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, a decrease in hunger, increased or decreased urine, weight gain or loss that occurs suddenly, swelling, difficulty breathing, bone pain, muscle pain, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Polymyxin bTenofovir disoproxil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Coadministration of Tenofovir disoproxil with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tenofovir disoproxil with Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, a decrease in hunger, increased or decreased urine, weight gain or loss that occurs suddenly, swelling, difficulty breathing, bone pain, muscle pain, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
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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.

Drug-Food Interactions

  • Wash your hands regularly. Avoid touching the eyes with dirty hands.
  • Avoid sharing eye makeup such as eyeliner, mascara or kohl.
  • Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.
  • Regularly wash and change the pillowcases.
  • If you wear contact lenses: Clean and replace the contact lens more often. Never share contact lenses. Remember to wash your hands before inserting and after removing the contact lens.
  • Avoid staring at digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes every 20 minutes.
  • Blink regularly as it helps spread hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.
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Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye.
Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm works by killing the infection-causing bacteria and by blocking the chemical messengers that cause inflammation. Thereby treating bacterial eye infections.
Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause blurred vision. Therefore, drive or operate machinery only if your vision is clear to prevent any mishappening.
To treat your condition effectually, continue using Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Consult the doctor if you experience any difficulty while using Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm. It is recommended to use spectacles and avoid wearing contact lenses until the infection is cleared. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 5-10 minutes between Ocupol DX Eye Ointment 5 gm and other eye medications. Eye ointments should be used last.
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