This medication is used for treatment of bacterial infections of the eye such as conjunctivitis (pink eye) and blepharitis (inflamed eyelid).
gramicidin
This medication is used to treat bacterial eye infections.
Side effects
Burning eye sensation for a couple of minutes, eye discomfort, temporary blurred vision, notify your doctor when any of these worsens.
Expert Advice
Indications:
This medication is used to treat bacterial eye infections.
Pregnancy:
This medication should only be used in pregnancy when clearly needed. Consult your doctor before using this medication.
Lactation:
The effects of this medication is undetermined in nursing females. Consult your doctor for further advice.
Precautions:
This product may contain inactive ingrediants (such as thimerosal) which may cause allergic reactions. Tell your doctor your eye history. This medication may cause temporary blurred vision
Side effects:
Burning eye sensation for a couple of minutes, eye discomfort, temporary blurred vision, notify your doctor when any of these worsens.
FAQs
What are the uses of Gramicidin?
How to take Gramicidin?
Use it as prescribed by your health care provider. It is not recommended for use by individuals younger than 18 years. The dosage of this medicine is dependent on the age, condition, and its severity.
How to store Gramicidin?
Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius) or low temperature (below 10 C) depending on the medicine type and manufacturer. Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.
Will this medicine affect my vision?
You may be required to close your eyes for 10-15 after using this medicine so tasks like driving should be avoided immediately after use. Rarely does this medicine cause vision changes.
Does Gramicidin have any effect on pregnancy and lactation?
The effects of this medicine in pregnant and lactating females are unknown. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.
