Can chloramphenicol eye drops be used in the ears?

Chloramphenicol eye drops are a relatively common type of eye drops. They have a good anti-inflammatory and bactericidal effect. If you have otitis media, you can also use chloramphenicol eye drops for treatment under the guidance of a doctor. Of course, before using the eye drops, you should sterilize them with hydrogen peroxide, clean them with alcohol, and then use chloramphenicol. In addition, it is important to note that water should not enter the ears. This is more important.

Does chloramphenicol eye drops have any side effects?

Although chloramphenicol eye drops can be used to treat conjunctivitis, some patients may experience some adverse reactions. The following are the adverse reactions after using chloramphenicol eye drops:

1. It can cause aplastic anemia. Long-term and frequent use of chloramphenicol eye drops can inhibit the bone marrow hematopoietic system and induce aplastic anemia. Clinically, it is common to see patients with aplastic anemia after using chloramphenicol, antithyroid drugs or anti-tuberculosis drugs. It is particularly worth mentioning that chloramphenicol is the most common cause of drug-induced aplastic anemia, which is related to the abuse of the drug.

2. Occasionally, eye pain, vision changes, persistent redness or irritation may occur.

3. Bitter taste in mouth.

4. Occasionally, children may develop aplastic anemia after use of the product.

5. Long-term use of chloramphenicol-containing medicines by the elderly or women may cause toxic mental illnesses such as nerve atrophy and blindness, as well as mental disorders.

Note: 1. Long-term use of large doses (more than 3 months) may cause optic neuritis or papillitis (especially in children). Patients who use this product for a long time should undergo an eye examination in advance and pay close attention to the patient's visual function and symptoms of optic neuritis. If any symptoms appear, the drug should be discontinued. Take vitamin C and vitamin B at the same time. 2. Do not let the bottle mouth touch the eyes when applying eye drops. Tighten the bottle cap after use and do not let the bottle mouth touch the skin to avoid contamination. 3. It can be used for up to four weeks after activation.

There are many adverse reactions to chloramphenicol eye drops. If the patient experiences the above symptoms during use, the treatment should be stopped in time to avoid greater harm caused by chloramphenicol eye drops. Therefore, the decision whether to continue using the medication should depend on the specific situation.