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Last Updated Jan 1, 2025 | 2:45 PM IST
Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops is a combination medicine used to treat eye and ear infections caused by bacteria. It works 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, ringing sound, eye/ear pain, and stinging sensation
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Mac Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

EYE/EAR

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops

Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops is a combination medicine that belongs to a group of medicines called antibiotics primarily used in the treatment of surface ocular bacterial infections involving the cornea or conjunctiva. Also, it is used to treat superficial bacterial infections of the external auditory canal and infections of fenestration cavities and mastoidectomy (surgery to remove mastoid air cells, and air bubbles in the skull near the inner ears). Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops does not work against infections caused by virus and fungus.

Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of two antibiotics namely: Polymyxin B and Chloramphenicol. Polymyxin B works by inhibiting the formation of bacterial cell walls, which are necessary for survival because they prevent unwanted substances from entering the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Chloramphenicol works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins required for bacteria to grow, multiply, and multiply. Bacteria are thus destroyed.

Use Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops as prescribed by your doctor. Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops is only for use in eyes/ears. Do not swallow or inject this medicine. You are advised to use Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience redness, itching, irritation, burning or stinging sensation at the application site, blurred vision, or dryness as side effects Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops should be used in children only in doses prescribed by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using this medicine. Drive only if your vision is clear as Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying in the eyes. Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops should be used with caution in cases of the perforated eardrum and in long-standing cases of chronic otitis media due to the possibility of ototoxicity (ear damage). If you are using any other drops or remedies in the ear, inform your doctor before using Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops.

Uses of Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops

Treatment of Bacterial infections of eye and ear

Medicinal Benefits

Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops contains Polymyxin B and Chloramphenicol used to treat bacterial infections of the eye and ear. Polymyxin B works by inhibiting the formation of bacterial cell walls, which are necessary for survival because they prevent unwanted substances from entering the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Chloramphenicol works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins required for bacteria to grow, multiply, and multiply. Bacteria such as Haemophilus influenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, Enterobacter aerogenes, Escherichia coli, Moraxella lacunate, Neisseria species and Streptococcus species are thus destroyed.

Side Effects of Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops

  • Redness, itching, irritation, burning or stinging sensation at the application site
  • Blurred vision
  • Dryness

Directions for Use

Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops is only used in the eye/ear. Before and after use, thoroughly wash your hands with water. Instil the drops into the affected eye/ear using the dropper included with the pack. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will advise you on how many drops to administer. After use, replace the outer cap. Touching the tip of the container to the eye, eyelids, ear, or surrounding areas may contaminate Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops should be used in children only in doses prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops. Drive only if your vision is clear as Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying in the eyes. You are recommended not to use contact lenses during the course of Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops as it may worsen the infection. If you get any new eye problem, or eye infection or notice any allergic reactions such as itching or redness of the eye and skin rash, please consult your doctor immediately. You are advised to maintain 10 minutes time gap between using Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops and other eye drops. Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops should be used with caution in cases of the perforated eardrum and in long-standing cases of chronic otitis media due to the possibility of ototoxicity (ear damage). Do not touch the tip of the container to the eye, eyelids, ear or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops. If you are using any other drops or remedies in the ear, inform your doctor before using Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands with soap and water frequently.
  • Keep your clothes, towels, and bedsheets separate from others.
  • Maintain good hygiene of contact lenses. Wash your hands thoroughly before wearing and after removing contact lenses.
  • Avoid wearing contact lenses while swimming. In case you use them mistakenly, get a new pair.
  • Wear protective eye gear if you are cycling or trekking through the forest.
  • If you have irritation in the eyes, avoid rubbing them.
  • Avoid getting things like shampoo, soap, and water into the ear, as it can cause itching.
  • Do not poke or scratch the ear, as it can cause damage to the ear canal, leading to inflammation. The inflamed skin can be infected by bacteria or fungi, which can cause infections in the ear.

Habit Forming

No

How Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops Works

Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops is a combination medicine that belongs to a group of medicines called antibiotics primarily used in the treatment of surface ocular bacterial infections involving the cornea or conjunctiva. Also, it is used to treat superficial bacterial infections of the external auditory canal and infections of fenestration cavities and mastoidectomy (surgery to remove mastoid air cells, and air bubbles in the skull near the inner ears). Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops does not work against infections caused by virus and fungus.

What if I have taken an overdose of Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops

Use Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops as prescribed. Overdose may worsen the side effects of this medicine. If you accidentally instil more drops,seek medical help.
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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of alcohol with Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops is unknown. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on the use of Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops in breastfeeding mothers. Therefore, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops.

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Driving

Caution

Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops may cause blurred vision immediately after using it in the eyes. So, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Caution

Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops should be used in children in doses prescribed by a doctor.

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops is a combination medicine that belongs to a group of medicines called antibiotics primarily used in the treatment of surface ocular bacterial infections involving the cornea or conjunctiva. Also, it is used to treat superficial bacterial infections of the external auditory canal and infections of fenestration cavities and mastoidectomy.
Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops contains Polymyxin B and Chloramphenicol. Polymyxin B works by inhibiting the formation of bacterial cell walls, which are necessary for survival because they prevent unwanted substances from entering the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Chloramphenicol works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins required for bacteria to grow, multiply, and multiply. Bacteria are thus destroyed.
You are not recommended to wear contact lenses during the entire course of Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops as it may worsen the infection. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before using Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops and reinsert them after 24 hours of finishing the course of Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops.
You are recommended to maintain a minimum of 10 minutes time gap between using Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops and other eye drops and administer eye ointments in the last.
Yes, Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops may cause temporary blurred vision when used in the eye. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating heavy machinery.
You are not recommended to stop using Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops without consulting your doctor as abrupt stopping may increase pressure in the eyes and may lead to loss of vision. Therefore, use Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Pychlor Eye/Ear Drops, please consult your doctor.

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