The drug 'Levomycetin ointment' - are there any contraindications?

The drug "Levomycetin ointment" is a bacteriostatic antibiotic. The bacterium-pathogens of very many diseases are susceptible to levomycetin: pneumococci, staphylococci, gonococci, streptococci, brucellosis, whooping cough, syphilis, etc.

Composition of the medicinal product

The ointment contains 1% levomycetin and is available in tubes of 5 g.

Indications for use

The antibacterial spectrum of the drug "Levomycetin ointment" is quite wide, it is often used in surgical practice, for the effective treatment of various infections, inflammations, purulent processes, eczema and dermatoses.

In the absence of other doctor's recommendations, the remedy "Levomycetin ointment" is applied with a thin layer without rubbing on the affected area up to three times a day. If the ointment should be applied under the bandage, it is impregnated with a sterile bandage, which is applied directly to the affected area, and the top restraining bandage is already applied from above.

Contraindications for use

Treatment with the drug "Levomycetin ointment" is prescribed by courses, since long-term antibiotic treatment can negatively affect the hemoglobin content in the blood, in some cases there is also drowsiness, depression, skin rash and fungal lesions.

When local application of levomycetin on the tissue, as a rule, there is no irritation, however, before the first use of the drug, it is still recommended to test it for an allergic reaction (on a small healthy area of the skin).

Since the drug is a strong antibiotic, carefully read the leaflet before using.

Levomycetin Ointment: instructions for use

During pregnancy and lactation, the medication should be consulted before use. If treatment of nipple cracks with this preparation is indicated, the feeding should be stopped. This medicine is never prescribed to babies.

Interaction with other drugs

When using the drug "Levomitsitinovaya ointment" in conjunction with other drugs may occur peeling and local itching. In this case, consult a doctor.

Security measures

Do not use the ointment inside. If swallowed accidentally, seek medical advice immediately!

The drug "Levomycetinovaja ointment": features of application

The medicine is prescribed, if necessary, for the treatment of conjunctivitis and other eye diseases of a bacterial nature, since this is a means of a broad antibacterial spectrum.

Indications for use

The drug "Levomycetin Ointment" is prescribed for the treatment of infections of the mucosa, trachoma, conjunctivitis, blepharitis and keratitis and, unlike drops, it has a longer time effect.

Contraindications for use

Sensitivity to levomycetin, renal or hepatic insufficiency, anemia.

Ability to use with other medicines

If it is necessary to prescribe the medicine "Levomycetin ophthalmic ointment", be sure to inform the doctor about the preparations that you take constantly. In combination with some other drugs, the substance of levomycetin can cause painful itching and redness of the eyes.

Side effects

Side effects are not so much, but they, of course, are available. Levomycetin can cause severe allergic reactions (in particular, allergic conjunctivitis). In some people, problems can begin only after long-term use of this drug.

Dosing and Administration

The agent "Levomycetin ointment" is applied topically, it is pawned up to 5 times a day under the lower eyelid.
The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor.