Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Odan-Chloramphenicol
What is ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL used for?
- ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL is used to treat eye infections.
- Antibacterial drugs like ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL treat only bacterial infections. They do not treat viral infections.
How does ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL work?
ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL is an antibiotic that:
- Stops the bacterial growth
- Kills bacteria
What are the ingredients in ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL?
ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL, Chloramphenicol Ophthalmic Solution, 0.5%:
Medicinal ingredient: Chloramphenicol 0.5%
Non-medicinal ingredients: Boric Acid, Sodium Borate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide (to adjust pH), purified water
ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL, Chloramphenicol Ophthalmic Ointment, 1%:
Medicinal ingredient: Chloramphenicol 1%
Non-medicinal ingredients: Mineral Oil, White Petrolatum, Polysorbate 60
ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL comes in the following dosage forms:
Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% available in 15 mL plastic dropper bottles.
Ointment 1% available in 3.5 grams tubes
Do not use ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL if you:
- are allergic to chloramphenicol or any other ingredients of ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL
To help avoid side effects and ensure proper use, talk to your healthcare professional before you take ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL. Talk about any health conditions or problems you may have including if you:
- experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if the condition worsens or persists,
Other warnings you should know about
- Do not use ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL longer than directed by your doctor.
- Overuse of this product may produce increased redness of the eye
- If there is no improvement within two days of starting treatment, stop use and consult a physician.
Your vision may be blurred for a few minutes after using the product. Do not drive or operate machinery until you can see clearly
Tell your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including any drugs, vitamins,
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minerals, natural supplements or alternative medicines.
How to take ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL:
- Although you may feel better early in treatment, ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL should be used exactly as directed.
- Misuse or overuse of ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL could lead to the growth of bacteria that will not be killed by ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL (resistance). This means that ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL may not work for you in the future.
- Do not share your medicine.
- Follow your doctor’s instruction carefully about how much ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL to apply and when to apply it.
- Do not wear contact lenses while you are using ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL. When you have an eye infection wearing contact lenses can make it worse.
ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL, Chloramphenicol Ophthalmic Solution, 0.5%:
Apply 2 drops to the affected eye(s), every 3 hours or more often if recommended by your doctor.Continue this treatment for 48 hours, after which the interval between applications may be increased. Continue treatment for at least 48 hours after the eye(s) appears normal.
Applying ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL Ophthalmic Solution into the eye:
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Tilt the head back or lie down and look toward the ceiling.
- With the eyes open, gently pull the lower eyelid below the eyelashes away from the eye to form a pouch.
- Hold the bottle at least 2 cm away and squeeze one drop into the pouch.
- Do not touch your eye or eyelid with the dropper tip.
- Slowly release the lower lid.
- Gently close the eye for one or two minutes. Do not rub the eye and try not to blink.
- If multiple drops are used, wait three to five minutes between each drop.
Repeat this procedure for the other eye if you have been advised to do so by your doctor or pharmacist.
ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL, Chloramphenicol Ointment, 1%:
Apply a small amount to the lower conjunctiva sac(s) at bedtime as a supplement to the drops.
Applying ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL Ointment into the eye:
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Sit in front of a mirror so you can see what you are doing.
- Take the lid off the ointment.
- Tilt your head back.
- Gently pull down your lower eyelid and look up.
- Hold the tube above the eye and gently squeeze a 1cm line of ointment along the inside of the lower eyelid, taking care not to touch the eye or eyelashes with the tip of the tube.
- Blink your eyes to spread the ointment over the surface of the eyeball.
- Your vision may be blurred when you open your eyes - DON'T rub your eyes. The blurring will clear after a few moments if you keep blinking.
- Repeat this procedure for the other eye if you have been advised to do so by your doctor or pharmacist.
- Replace the cap on the tube.
- Take care not to touch the tip of the tube with your fingers.
Missed Dose:
If you missed a dose of this medication, take it as soon as you remember. But, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your next scheduled dose as diurected by your doctor. Do not take two doses at the same time.
Overdose:
| If you think you have taken too much ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL, contact your healthcare |
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| professional, hospital emergency department or regional poison control centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms. |
What are possible side effects from using ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL?
These are not all the possible side effects you may feel when taking ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL. If you experience any side effects not listed here, contact your healthcare professional.
Serious side effects and what to do about them
| Symptom / effect | Talk to your healthcare professional | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help |
| Only if severe | In all cases | |
| Allergic reaction with symptoms such as: swelling of the face, mouth, throat, lips, eyes, difficulty breathing, burning and/or painful red eyes, tearing, skin reactions (rash, blisters, hives). | ||
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If you have a troublesome symptom or side effect that is not listed here or becomes bad enough to interfere with your daily activities, talk to your healthcare professional.
Reporting Suspected Side Effects
You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health Canada by:
NOTE: Contact your health professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice. |
Storage:
ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL, Chloramphenicol Ophthalmic Solution 0.5%:
Store between 2°C and 8°C until dispensed. After dispensing, keep the solution at room temperature (between 15°C and 30°C) for 21 days during treatment; after that period, discard unused portion. Protect from light.
ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL, Chloramphenicol Ophthalmic Ointment, 1%:
Store between 15°C and 30°C. Keep container tightly closed.
Keep out of reach and sight of children.
If you want more information about ODAN-CHLORAMPHENICOL:
Talk to your healthcare professional.
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- Find the full prescribing information that is prepared for healthcare professionals and includes this Patient Medication Information by visiting the Health Canada website (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada.html) or by calling 1-800-387-9342.
Date of revision: July 17, 2018