About Eye Infection & ConjunctivitisConjunctivitis (pink eye) is inflammation of the thin layer covering the white of the eye. It can be caused by bacteria, viruses or allergies.Symptoms include redness, a gritty feeling, watering, sticky discharge (bacterial) or itching (allergic).Medicines used for Eye Infection & ConjunctivitisBacterial conjunctivitis is treated with antibiotic eye drops or ointments such as chloramphenicol, moxifloxacin, ciprofloxacin or fusidic acid. Allergic conjunctivitis responds to antihistamine eye drops such as ketotifen. Wash hands often and do not share towels.When to see a doctorSee a doctor urgently for eye pain, changes in vision, sensitivity to light, an injury, or if you wear contact lenses.This page is for general information only. Many of these medicines need a prescription; please use them only on the advice of a doctor or pharmacist, who can choose the right medicine and dose for you.
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