SQ-Mycetin^ 0.5% Eye/Ear Drops: Each ml contains 5 mg of Chloramphenicol BP.
SQ-Mycetin^ Eye/Ear drops is indicated in surface bacterial infections involving conjunctiva or cornea. Sepsis caused by some species of bacteroides may respond to it. SQ-Mycetin^ Eye/Ear drops is also indicated in external ear canal infections.
For Eye: 2 drops of solution in eye every 1 hour, until oondition improves or 4 times daily depending on severity of infection.
For Ear: 2-3 drops into ear canal 3-4 time daily.
Chymotryptin will be inhibited if given simultaneously with Chloramphenicol.
Safety for use in pregnancy and lactation has not been established. Therefore, use only when considered essential by the physicians.
SQ-Mycetin^ Eye/Ear drops should never be given for minor infections or for prophylaxis. Repeated course and prolonged treatment should be avoided. Blood dyscrasias (granulocytopenia, thrombocytopenia and moderate anaemia) may occur after prolonged ophthalmic use.
Store between 2°C - 8°C in a cool and dry place protected from light. Keep out of reach of children. Do not touch the dropper tip to surfaces since this may contaminate the solution. Do not use after 30 days of first opening.