Optrex Infected Eye Drops - 10ml

Optrex Infected Eye Drops contain the active ingredient chloramphenicol, an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections that affect the front surfaces of the eye. The most common type of eye infection is acute bacterial conjunctivitis.

Yes, Optrex Infected Eye Drops are suitable for children over the age of 2. If you’re looking for a conjunctivitis treatment for a child under the age of 2, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist for advice on alternative treatment options.

Is Optrex Infected Eye Drops suitable for pregnant and breastfeeding women?
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using any new product.

Can you drive or operate machinery after using Optrex Infected Eye Drops?
Optrex Infected Eye Drops can cause temporary blurred vision after use. Do not drive or operate machinery until your vision is clear. If in doubt, talk to your pharmacist or doctor.

When should this product not be used?
Optrex Infected Eye Drops may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not use this product if you’re allergic to chloramphenicol or any of the other listed ingredients. Do not use this product if:

You have ever had problems with your blood (in particular very low numbers of blood cells) during previous treatment with chloramphenicol
You have bone-marrow depression or a family history of blood problems such as low white blood cell, red blood cell, or platelet counts

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if you have any of the following:

Are taking any other medicines
Suffer from any other eye problems

Are there any side effects?
Like all medicines, Optrex Infected Eye Drops may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness. Side effects may include:

Discolouration or clouding of the eye surface (cornea) or lens due to the preservative
Blurred vision, eye irritation or mild burning or stinging when you put the drops in
Irritation of the skin around the eyes

For more information on potential side effects, refer to the patient information leaflet. If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.

Consult your doctor before use if you are taking any other medicines or if you have a health condition not mentioned in the patient information leaflet.

Always read the patient information leaflet before use.

May cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how your body reacts to this treatment.

Do not take more than one tablet in any 24 hours.

This medicine must not be taken by women.

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If you are concerned about addiction of 'over the counter' medication we urge you to visit the below links for professional help and advice

• NHS - Help & Advice on Drug Addiction
• Talk To Frank - Drug Addiction Help & Support