Optithrocin 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.

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

Use Optithrocin Ointment 5 gm as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Optithrocin 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.

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

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

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

Do not use Optithrocin Ointment 5 gm if you are allergic to azithromycin, any other macrolide antibiotic, medium-chain triglycerides, or any of the components in Optithrocin Ointment 5 gm. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. After using Optithrocin 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 Optithrocin Ointment 5 gm.

Drug-Drug interactions: Relevant interactions not found/established.

Drug-Food interactions: Relevant interactions not found/established.

Drug-Disease interactions: Relevant interactions not found/established.

• 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.

Do not touch the tip of the dropper/tube as it may contaminate the contents.

Bacterial conjunctivitis: Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. It is a highly contagious infection that is spread by eye secretions. Symptoms include redness, itchiness, and discharge or crusting around the eye.

Trachoma conjunctivitis: Trachoma conjunctivitis is an eye infection caused by a bacterium named Chlamydia trachomatis. It is highly contagious that almost always affects both the eyes. Symptoms begin as mild irritation, itching of the eyelids and eye which progress to eye pain and blurred vision.