Aurocol Eye Drops

Aurocol Eye Drop is an antibiotic eye drops used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis in adults and children. It contains chloramphenicol as its active medicine. Aurocol should be used externally only. Avoid the use of contact lenses. Avoid touching the dropper with your eye.

Dosage

Overdose

In case you happen to instil more than the prescribed dose of this medicine, immediately rinse your eyes with clean water. However, upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed instilling this medicine, instill it as soon as possible. Do not overuse this medicine just to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Aurocol Eye Drop slows the growth of bacteria and kills the bacteria. It inhibits the bacterial protein synthesis by binding with ribosomes.

Directions for Use

• Use Aurocol Eye Drop as instructed by your doctor.
• Follow directions carefully & do not miss doses.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before and after instilling.
• Close your eyes for 2-3 minutes and do not blink or squeeze.
• Avoid touching your eyes with the dropper and it must be kept clean.
• Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a tissue.
• Use the exact number of drops recommended.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I use Aurocol Eye Drop during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the effects of Aurocol Eye Drop in human pregnancy. Hence, the use of Aurocol Eye Drop is not recommended unless prescribed by your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or you think you may be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Aurocol Eye Drop while breastfeeding?

There is limited information about the effects of Aurocol Eye Drop while breastfeeding. Hence, the use of Aurocol Eye Drop is not recommended unless prescribed by your doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have used Aurocol Eye Drop?

You may experience short-term blurring of vision immediately after use. So driving or operating heavy machinery immediately after use is not recommended.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol while using Aurocol Eye Drop?

No known interactions with alcohol. Talk to your doctor if you consume it too often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have visual disturbances or severe pain in the eye
• Your eye is inflamed and you have a rash on the scalp or face
• Your eye looks cloudy or you are sensitive to light
• Your black or coloured part of the eye looks unusual
• You have a foreign body in the eye
• You have an eye infection that keeps coming back
• You have glaucoma or dry eyes
• You have eye injury or eye surgery
• You are currently using any other eye medications

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to chloramphenicol or to any other ingredients of this medicine
• If you or someone in your family ever had a blood disorder or bone marrow disease including anemia when using chloramphenicol in the past.
• If you have a family history of dyscrasias, a condition which can cause tiredness, bruising and an increased risk of infections

Side effects

• Transient irritation
• Stinging
• Burning

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Certain medicines can affect the way Aurocol Eye Drop works or Aurocol Eye Drop itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• In particular, medicines for cancer and medicines for the immune system.

Storage and disposal

• Store in a refrigerator at a temperature between 2°C and 8°C
• Store away from heat and light. Keep away from children

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I use Aurocol Eye Drop if I have had an eye surgery in last six months?

Do not use Aurocol Eye Drop without consulting your opthalmologist if you have had eye surgery in the last six months.

Can I wear my contact lens while using Aurocol Eye Drop?

Use of contact lens is not recommended while using Aurocol Eye Drop. Consult your opthalmologist for more details on the usage directions.