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Bacitracin - ophthalmic

(bass-eh-tray-sin, off-thal-mick)

common brand names: Ak-Tracin, Bacticin

Ak Tracin Usage: this drug is used to treat or prevent eye infections.

How to use Ak Tracin: for best effects, this medication must be used as directed. Continue using it for the full clock prescribed. Stopping this drug too soon may not clear infection & could possibly result in a reinfection. Apply eye ointment to the affected eyes as follows: Wash hands 1'st. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the tube tip or let it touch your eye. Rolling ointment tube in youre hands for minute will make ointment flow easier. Tilt your head back, gaze upward & pull down lower eyelid to make a pouch. Place 1/4 to 1/2 inch about ointment in to pouch by squeezing tube gently. Close eye & roll eyeball in every directions to spread the med. Try not to blink & do not rub eye. Wipe tip of the ointment tube with tissue to remove excess medication before capping it. If you are using an eye drop in addition to this medication, apply eye drops first & wait at least five minutes before applying this eye ointment. If you using another type about eye ointment, wait at least ten minutes after using this drug before applying it.

Ak Tracin side effects: this drug may temporarily sting or burn your eyes since minute or two when first applied. If this continues or becomes bothersome, inform you're healthcare professional. Vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable for period after applying eye ointment. Use caution if driving or performing duties requiring clear vision. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop: skin rash, itching/burning/redness/pain/swelling in or around eyes, vision problems. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Ak Tracin Precautions: Tell your healthcare professional if you have: other eye problems, allergies (especially allergies to antibiotics or sulfites). this med should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding. Discuss risks & benefits with youre doctor.

Ak Tracin pill interactions: Tell your physician of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may use, especially of: other eye medications. do not start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or doctor approval.

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

Ak Tracin special notes: If the condition for which this was prescribed does not improve or becomes worse after some days, consult your physician.

If you missed Ak Tracin dose: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use it if It's near the clock for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Ak Tracin Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat. dollars the expiration date on the tube & discard any expired drug.

Active Ingredients : Bacitracin