TOCIN OINTMENT

TOCIN OINTMENT is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections. The detailed uses of TOCIN OINTMENT are as follows:

• Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye): TOCIN OINTMENT helps clear up this common infection by eliminating the bacteria responsible for redness, swelling, and sticky discharge in the eye.
• Blepharitis (eyelid inflammation): TOCIN OINTMENT targets and removes bacteria on the eyelids that cause painful swelling, irritation, and crusting around the eyelashes.
• Other superficial eye infections: TOCIN OINTMENT treats various mild to moderate bacterial infections affecting the outer structures of the eye, preventing the spread of harmful microbes.

TOCIN OINTMENT helps treat bacterial eye infections by delivering the medicine directly to the affected area of the eye. Its ointment formulation remains in contact with the eye surface longer than liquid eye drops, helping keep the medicine at the site of infection for an extended period.

Benefits may include:

• Stops the growth of bacteria responsible for the infection, helping the eye heal.
• The ointment remains on the eye surface longer than liquid eye drops, allowing the medicine to stay at the site of infection for longer.
• Helps reduce symptoms such as itching, grittiness, irritation, redness, and excessive tearing caused by bacterial infection.
• By helping control the infection, it allows the affected tissues to recover.
• As the infection improves, it becomes easier to read, work, and carry out everyday activities with less eye discomfort.

• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
• Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Gently pull your lower eyelid with your index finger to form a pocket. Squeeze a tiny amount of the cream/ointment into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
• TOCIN OINTMENT is for ophthalmic use only.
• Do not touch the tip of the tube or other dispensing tip to any surface, as this may contaminate the ointment.
• If the ointment becomes discoloured, it should be discarded.

• Maintain good hand hygiene: Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, especially before and after touching your face or applying your eye medication.
• Pause contact lens use: Avoid wearing contact lenses until your infection is completely cured, and your doctor tells you it is safe to wear them again.
• Protect the affected eye: Do not rub or touch your infected eye, as this can worsen the irritation or spread the infection to your other eye.
• Reduce the spread of infection: Use separate towels, washcloths, and pillows from other members of your household to prevent spreading the infection to them.
• Replace contaminated eye items: Throw away any eye makeup, brushes, or contact lens solutions used just before or during the infection to avoid re-contaminating your eyes later.
• Protect sensitive eyes: Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from bright light and wind, which can cause additional irritation while your eyes are healing.

• Keep the tube clean: Never let the tip of the ointment tube touch your eye, eyelashes, fingers, or any surface to keep the medicine sterile.
• Wait for clear vision: Expect your vision to be temporarily blurry for a few minutes after application; do not drive, ride a bicycle, or operate machinery until your vision is completely clear.
• Complete the prescribed treatment: Finish the entire course of treatment prescribed by your doctor, even if your symptoms clear up after a couple of days.
• Space out eye medicines: If you use other eye drops or ointments, wait at least 5 to 10 minutes between products, and always apply the ointment last.
• Inspect before use: Check the tube before first use; do not use the medicine if the packaging appears damaged, punctured, or leaking.