The drug 'Levomycitin Drops'

"Levomycetin Drops" - a fairly effective tool, developed on the basis of a synthetic antibiotic. This drug is widely used in bacterial diseases of the eye, and is allowed to use (under strict medical supervision) both adults and children.

"Levomycetin Drops": a brief description of the drug

The product is available in glass or plastic bottles with a convenient dropper. The volume of such a bottle can be 5 or 10 ml. The main active substance of the drug is chloramphenicol, whose concentration is 0.25%. As ancillary components, purified water for injection and boric acid are used.

The drug "Levomycitin Drops" is a broad spectrum antibiotic that has a bacteriostatic effect. Active substances, penetrating the shell of microorganisms, inhibit the processes of their reproduction. Levomycetin is effective in combating various strains of bacteria. When instilled, the medicine penetrates well through the eyes.

Levomycitin Drops: indications for use

As already mentioned, this drug is widely used in modern ophthalmology, mainly for the treatment of bacterial diseases of the eye and adnexa.

Drops are prescribed for infectious conjunctivitis and keratitis. They also help with blepharitis, keratoconjunctivitis and blepharoconjunctivitis. But it is worth noting that the drug will be effective only in relation to those strains of pathogenic microorganisms that are sensitive to it. He is not able to cope with bacteria and viruses that are insensitive to him.

Levomycitin Drops (for the eyes): instructions for use

Drops should be instilled in the conjunctival sac. The dose and daily amount of instillations should be determined by the doctor, especially if it concerns the treatment of the child. Here everything depends on the type of infection, the severity of the disease, the age and condition of the patient.

As a rule, it is recommended to instill one drop three times a day, but these are only approximate dosages. It is necessary to treat both eyes in order to avoid infection of a healthy one.

The course of treatment in most cases last no more than 10 - 14 days. If after this period there are no noticeable improvements, it is necessary to contact a treating ophthalmologist - it may be necessary to replace the drug.

Levomycitin Drops: Contraindications

This drug can not be used by all patients. For example, it is forbidden to people with hypersensitivity to levomycetin or to any auxiliary component, patients with impaired hematopoiesis, with damage to the kidneys and liver.

It is not recommended to take it during pregnancy. Lactation is also considered a contraindication. If taking an antibiotic is necessary, the nursing mother should interrupt breastfeeding in order to avoid problems with the health of the newborn.

Eye drops are not prescribed for patients with fungal skin infections, psoriasis or eczema.

The drug is prescribed for children from four months, but in very rare cases it is possible to use drops at an earlier age. Never use this medication without prescribing a doctor. Consultation of a pediatrician is simply necessary.

The use of a medicine can temporarily affect visual acuity, therefore driving and working with equipment are prohibited for the duration of treatment.

Remedy Levomycitin Drops (for the eyes): side effects

This drug very rarely causes any side reactions. In most such cases, irritation of the eyes is noted with slight burning and an increased separation of tears. With increased individual sensitivity, skin rashes may occur .

Occasionally, overdose symptoms are recorded - this is a temporary visual impairment. Such violations are reversible, but the eyes should immediately be washed with a large amount of warm, boiled water.