Framycetin sulfate Eye prep
Indications
Framycetin sulfate Eye prep is used for:
Conjunctivitis, blepharitis, blepharoconjunctivitis
Adult Dose
Apply 1 drop 2-3 times daily into the affected eyes.
Child Dose
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
Known allergy to lanolin or framycetin. Fungal/viral or resistant bacterial eye infections
Precautions
Pregnancy.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Interactions
Co-admin of gramicidin with framycetin reduces the risk of selecting resistant bacteria.
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Framycetin sulfate Eye prep :
Sensitisation, contact dermatitis, local irritation and itching.
Mechanism of Action
Framycetin is an aminoglyoside antibiotic which is the major component of neomycin. Susceptible organisms include many gram-negative bacteria (but not Pseudomonas) and many strains of Staphylococcus. Used topically in the treatment of skin, eye and ear infections often in combination with steroids and other antimicrobials.