Ocular infections:
Indications for Erythromycin Ophthalmic Ointment:
Susceptible infections of conjunctiva and cornea.
Adults and Children:
Apply 1cm ribbon of ointment to infected area up to 6 times daily. Prophylaxis of neonatal gonoccocal or chlamydial conjunctivitis: instill 1cm ribbon of ointment into each lower conjunctival sac.
Warnings/Precautions:
Pregnancy (Cat.B). Nursing mothers.
Pharmacologic Class:
Macrolide.
Adverse Reactions:
Ocular irritation, redness; hypersensivity reactions, superinfection.
How Supplied:
Oint—3.5g
