Product Name

• Opticyclin, Eye Ointment, For Bacterial Infections - 5 Gm

Scientific Name

• Tetracycline 1% Eye Ointment

Category Of Opticyclin Eye Ointment

• Eye Antibiotics

Mechanism Of Action Of Tetracycline

• Tetracycline is an antibiotic that is used for different bacterial infections
• Tetracycline acts by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacteria by acting on the ribosome

Therapeutic Indications Of Opticyclin Eye Ointment

• It is used to treat certain superficial infections of the eye caused by bacteria.
• Prompt reduction of inflammation

Method Of Administration Of Opticyclin Eye Ointment

• Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
• Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• Eye preparation is usually sterile, so ensure that the container is not damaged before use and also replace the cap after taking your dose.
• Wash your hands well before use
• Remove the outer cap. You may find it easier to apply your ointment in front of a mirror.
• Tilt the head back and pull the lower lid of the eye out to form a pocket
• Hold the tube between the thumb and middle finger of the other hand, turn the tube upside
• down near to the eye, try not to touch the eye with the nozzle
• Place about half an inch of the ointment into the pocket formed between the lid and the eye
• Blink the eye a few times
• Repeat in the other eye if you have been told to use the Eye Ointment in both eyes
• Replace the outer cap on the tube, trying not to touch the applicator tip with anything, including the eye or the fingers
• Wash your hands after use
• Doses may change from patient to patient based on your age, your medical condition, and whether or not you are taking other medicines, so always follow your physician's instruction
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Opticyclin Eye Ointment

• Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

1. Blurred vision
2. Minor eye irritation, burning or stinging

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Opticyclin Eye Ointment

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Strengthen Your Immunity

• We must acknowledge that the body’s immune system develops and strengthens as a result of care throughout different stages of life, which begins as early as the fetal stage. There are ways to boost immunity:

1. Proper nutrition: eat well-balanced meals
2. Consume immune-boosting foods such as antioxidants and probiotics. Also, some supplements like Sambune Capsules & C-Ronz 1000, Vitamin C With Zinc will be helpful
3. Stay physically active
4. Get adequate sleep
5. Avoid/ minimize stress
6. Avoid smoking
7. Stay up-to-date with vaccines
8. Follow all personal hygiene and infection prevention protocols including frequent hand washing, practice physical distancing, follow all hygiene procedures for cooking, and disinfect your home (particularly common surfaces) regularly.
9. Monitor your body temperature by a thermometer, for example Microlife Ear Thermometer or Beurer Thermometer

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Opticyclin Eye Ointment

• Before you use this medicine talk to your doctor or pharmacist:

1. If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine.
2. If you experience changes in your vision or eye pain
3. If you experience eye irritation or redness that is getting worse or that persists for more than 72 hours.

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Storage Conditions Of Opticyclin Eye Ointment

• Store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate the unopened container
• Not to be used for more than 28 days after opening the container, unless otherwise advised by your pharmacist.
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About Tetracycline

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit SFDA website
• Visit Medscape at Information About Tetracycline
• Visit Drugs.com at Information About Tetracycline
• Visit DrugBank at Information About Tetracycline