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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat bacterial eye infections. It contains Polymyxin B, Chloramphenicol, and Dexamethasone. Polymyxin B works by damaging the bacterial cell membrane. Chloramphenicol kills the bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for survival of the bacteria. Dexamethasone blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling, itching, and redness. Together, they help in treating bacterial eye infections.

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Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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OPHTHALMIC

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About Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml

Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections. It is also used to treat steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular conditions. Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.

Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml contains Polymyxin B, Chloramphenicol, and Dexamethasone. Polymyxin B works by damaging the bacterial cell membrane. Chloramphenicol kills the bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for survival of the bacteria. Dexamethasone blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling, itching, and redness. Together, Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml helps in treating bacterial eye infections.

In some cases, Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml may cause side effects such as a burning sensation, itchiness, irritation, and dryness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not touch the tip of the dispensing container as it may contaminate the contents. Keep your doctor informed regarding your health condition and the medicines you are taking to prevent any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml

Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye. The detailed uses of Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml are as follows:<br/>• Treatment of bacterial eye Infections: Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml treats bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye), blepharitis, keratitis, and other eye infections caused due to susceptible bacteria by killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria.<br/>• Anti-Inflammatory Effect: Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml reduces inflammation and swelling in the eyes by suppressing the immune response, thereby providing quick relief from symptoms.<br/>• Symptom Relief: Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml provides fast relief from symptoms such as redness, itching, burning, and excessive tearing, improving overall eye comfort.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml is typically used 1-2 times a day, or as prescribed by your healthcare provider, based on the severity of the condition.• Before using eye drops, wash your hands thoroughly. Then, tilt your head back, gently pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket, and drop the prescribed number of drops into the affected eye. Close your eye and gently press the corner of your eye near the nose for 1-2 minutes to prevent the drops from draining out.• Avoid touching the dropper to any surface, including your eyes, to prevent contamination.• Follow all the instructions provided by your healthcare provider, including how to properly use the eye drops and any required monitoring or precautions during treatment.

Medicinal Benefits

Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat bacterial eye infections. It is also used to treat steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular conditions. Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml contains Polymyxin B, Chloramphenicol, and Dexamethasone. Polymyxin B works by damaging the bacterial cell membrane. Chloramphenicol kills the bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for survival of the bacteria. Dexamethasone blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling, itching, and redness. Together, Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml helps in treating bacterial eye infections. It may also be indicated in chronic anterior uveitis (inflammation of the middle of the eye) and corneal injury from radiation, chemical or thermal burns, or penetration of foreign bodies.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml
  • Take healthy and balanced diet.
  • Exercise regularly and maintain the healthy lifestyle.
  • Reduce the intake of caffeine.
  • Use a pillow and elevate your head while sleeping.
  • If you have discomfort, illness, or unease after taking medication, seek medical attention.
  • Your treatment plan may be modified, including adjusting the dosage, substituting with an alternative medication, or discontinuing the medication. Additionally, certain lifestyle changes may be recommended to help manage symptoms.
  • To manage discomfort, follow your doctor's advice, like getting plenty of rest, or staying hydrated, and practising stress-reducing techniques.
  • Track your symptoms regularly and report any changes or concerns to your healthcare provider to manage the discomfort effectively.
  • Consult your doctor if you experience skin redness, itching, or irritation after taking medication.
  • Apply cool compresses or calamine lotion to the affected skin area to reduce irritation.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water to help alleviate symptoms and keep your skin soothing.
  • Monitor your skin condition closely and promptly report any changes, worsening symptoms, or concerns to your healthcare provider.
  • Burning sensation is an abnormal side effect that needs medical attention. To relieve the burning feeling, your doctor may prescribe painkillers or antidepressants.
  • Focused exercises can improve strength and reduce burning by soothing muscles.
  • Change in lifestyle and improving nutrition can reduce the causes of burning sensation and provide relief.
  • Your doctor may suggest nerve block injections as it is related to sensation in the skin.
  • Burning feeling in a specific area would need mild electrical currents to reduce pain that targets the nerve affected. This practice must be done only if your doctor mentions it.
  • Change positions or take a break from activity to relieve symptoms, as stinging can disturb your regular patterns.
  • Avoid postures that put much pressure on the body area where stinging is felt.
  • If you have a vitamin deficiency, take supplements or change your diet.
  • Exercise regularly to improve inner strength.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions to prevent stinging.
  • Massage the affected area gently to get temporary relief.
Here are the few steps for dealing with itching caused by drug use:
  • Report the itching to your doctor immediately; they may need to change your medication or dosage.
  • Use a cool, damp cloth on the itchy area to help soothe and calm the skin, reducing itching and inflammation.
  • Keep your skin hydrated and healthy with gentle, fragrance-free moisturizers.
  • Try not to scratch, as this can worsen the itching and irritate your skin.
  • If your doctor prescribes, you can take oral medications or apply topical creams or ointments to help relieve itching.
  • Track your itching symptoms and follow your doctor's guidance to adjust your treatment plan if needed. If the itching persists, consult your doctor for further advice.

What if I have taken an overdose of Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml

Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Using more medication will not improve your symptoms; instead, they may cause serious side effects or poisoning. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. Seek emergency medical attention or call your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms or if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

Drug Warnings

Do not use Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to any of its components or if you have epithelial herpes keratitis (infection of the cornea), vaccinia (pox virus), varicella (chicken pox), other viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva, mycobacterial infections of the eye and fungal eye diseases. Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic (eye) use only. Do not inject or swallow Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml. Avoid touching the tip of the dispensing container as it may contaminate the contents. Inform your doctor if you have an eye injury. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let your doctor know if you are taking any prescription/non-prescription medicines or herbal supplements.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml:
When Regorafenib is taken with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Regorafenib.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Regorafenib and Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml:
When Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml is taken with Ranolazine, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Ranolazine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ranolazine and Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml:
Co-administration of Desmopressin with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml may increase the risk of hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml and Desmopressin can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle stiffness, tremors, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DexamethasoneRilpivirine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml:
When Rilpivirine is taken with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Rilpivirine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rilpivirine and Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml:
Taking Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml with triazolam can increased the effects of Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Triazolam with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. In case you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml:
Taking Flibanserin with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml may significantly increases the blood levels of flibanserin

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml with Flibanserin is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ChloramphenicolLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml:
Taking lomitapide with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml can significantly increase the blood levels of lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml with Lomitapide is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml:
Taking Levofloxacin with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml can induce tendinitis(inflammation of the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone. These cords are called tendons).

How to manage the interaction:
Concomitant administration of levofloxacin with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience pain, swelling, or inflammation in a tendon location such as the back of the ankle, shoulder, biceps, hand, or thumb, call a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml:
Co-administration of Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml with Caspofungin may cause Caspofungin to be less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Caspofungin and Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml:
Co-administration of Norfloxacin with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml can increase the risk or severity of tendinitis (inflammation of the tendons attached to the muscle and bones).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Norfloxacin with Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience Stiff joints or difficulty moving your joints, joint pains, Swelling, or skin discoloration, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands regularly. Avoid touching the eyes with dirty hands.
  • Avoid sharing eye makeup such as eyeliner, mascara or kohl.
  • Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.
  • Regularly wash and change the pillowcases.
  • If you wear contact lenses: Clean and replace the contact lens more often. Never share contact lenses. Remember to wash your hands before inserting and after removing the contact lens.
  • Avoid staring at digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes every 20 minutes.
  • Blink regularly as it helps spread hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHALMOLOGIC AGENTS
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known whether alcohol affects Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before using Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before using Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if breastfeeding mothers can use Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml or not.

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Driving

Caution

Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml may cause blurred vision. So, avoid driving vehicles or operating machinery unless your vision is clear.

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Liver

Caution

Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Kidney

Caution

Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Children

Consult your doctor

The safety and effectiveness of Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml in children have not been established. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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FAQs

Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye.

Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml works by killing the infection-causing bacteria and by blocking the chemical messengers that cause inflammation. Thereby treating bacterial eye infections.

Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml may cause blurred vision. Therefore, drive or operate machinery only if your vision is clear to prevent any mishappening.

To treat your condition effectually, continue using Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Consult the doctor if you experience any difficulty while using Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml.

Do not wear contact lenses while using Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml. It is recommended to use spectacles and avoid wearing contact lenses until the infection is cleared. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 5-10 minutes between Ocupol-D Eye Drops 5 ml and other eye medications. Eye ointments should be used last.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

CENTAUR HOUSE, Near Grand Hyatt, Vakola ,Santacruz – East, Mumbai – 400 055, India.
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