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Antibacterials - ophthalmic, otic

Sulfamide Usage: this tablet is used to treat infections of the eye (ophthalmic) or ear (otic).

How to use Sulfamide: Use this as prescribed. Continue using it for the full time prescribed. Stopping therapy too soon may result in reinfection. To apply eye or ear tablet, wash hands first. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch dropper or tube or let it touch the affected area. Shake drops well before using. Hold the ointment tube in your hand for few minutes to make drug flow easier. EYE drug: Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down lower eyelid to make pouch. for drops, place dropper directly over eye & administer the prescribed number of drops. look downward and gently close youre eye for 1 to 2 minutes. With eye ointment, place medication inside the lower lid using sweeping motion. Close eye & roll eyeball. Remove excess ointment with tissue. Try not to blink and do not rub the eye. If you are using another kind about eye medication, wait five to ten minutes before applying. EAR drug: Lie on your side or turn the affected ear upward to make application easier. Place prescribed number of drops in ear. Avoid touching ear canal. Keep ear tilted for one to two minutes. a small piece of clean cotton may be placed at ear to prevent drops from escaping.

Sulfamide side effects: it tablet may temporarily sting when first applied. If this effect persists or worsens, inform your doctor promptly. in the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, redness, swelling or discharge (including the eye or ear area), trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Sulfamide Precautions: Tell youre pharmacist your medical history, especially: all previous eye or ear problems, if you use contact lenses, any allergies. Vision may be temporarily blurred after applying eye medication. Use caution driving or performing duties requiring clear vision. it and every medications should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy or when breast-feeding. Consult with your physician if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Sulfamide drug interactions: Tell your doctor about all pills you may use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially of: silver preparations, every other eye or ear antibiotic or corticosteroid (e.g., hydrocortisone) medications. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or pharmacist approval.

Sulfamide Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. this medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

Sulfamide special notes: Throw away any unused part of your prescription. do not save it to use for another infection. do not allow anyone else to use this med. the infection may spread to other person if you accidentally contaminate medication.

If you missed Sulfamide dose: If you miss dose, apply it as soon as remembered; do not use if It's almost time for next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Sulfamide Storage: Depending upon the manufacturer, product may be stored in room temperature or refrigerated. Ask your pharmacist. do not store in the bathroom. do not freeze.

Active Ingredients : Antibacterials