Ocupol Dx Eye/Ear Drops 5Ml

Ocupol Dx Eye/ear Drops 5ml are used to treat bacterial eye and ear infections with associated inflammation in adults, helping control bacterial growth while easing redness, swelling and discomfort.

Uses of Ocupol Dx Eye/ear Drops 5ml are:

• Bacterial Eye Infections: Treats conditions such as conjunctivitis and blepharitis with associated inflammation.
• Bacterial Ear Infections: Manages infections such as otitis externa involving swelling and pain.
• Postoperative Inflammation: Reduces the risk of infection and inflammation after eye or ear surgery.

• Wash your hands thoroughly before application.
• For eye use: Tilt the head back, pull down the lower eyelid, and instil the prescribed number of drops without touching the dropper tip.
• For ear use, tilt the head sideways and instil drops into the affected ear as directed.
• Keep the eye closed or remain lying with the ear facing upward for 2–3 minutes after application.
• Avoid touching the dropper tip to any surface.
• If using other eye or ear preparations, maintain a minimum interval of 10 minutes.

Ocupol Dx Eye/ear Drops 5ml is meant for ophthalmic (eye) or otic (ear) use only.

Ocupol Dx Eye/ear Drops 5ml contains the following components:

• Chloramphenicol (0.4%): A broad-spectrum antibacterial agent that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit, thereby stopping bacterial growth.
• Polymyxin B (5000 IU): An antibacterial agent effective against Gram-negative bacteria. It disrupts bacterial cell membrane integrity, leading to bacterial cell death.
• Dexamethasone (0.1%): A potent corticosteroid that suppresses inflammatory mediators, reducing redness, swelling, itching, and pain in infected tissues.
• Phenylmercuric nitrate (0.001%): Acts as a preservative with antimicrobial properties, helping maintain sterility of the formulation.

• Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place.
• Protect from direct light and heat.
• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
• Do not touch the dropper tip.
• Keep out of reach and sight of children.
• Do not use after the expiry date.

• Maintain proper eye and ear hygiene.
• Avoid swimming or water entry into the ears during treatment unless advised.
• Limit screen exposure during eye infections.
• Consume a balanced diet rich in vitamins A, C, and zinc to support healing and immunity.