Blephamide Eye Drops

Blephamide Eye Drops is a drops made by Barrett Hodgson Pakistan Ltd that contains Sulfacetamide + Prednisolone, an antibiotic and steroid eye drop. It is used for eye inflammation with infection, bacterial conjunctivitis and blepharitis.

Uses of Blephamide Eye Drops

Blephamide Eye Drops eye drops are used for inflammatory eye conditions where there is also a bacterial infection or a risk of one, such as some forms of conjunctivitis, inflamed eyelids (blepharitis) and inflammation of the eye surface. The steroid calms redness and swelling while the antibiotic deals with bacteria. It should only be used after a doctor has examined the eye.

How Blephamide Eye Drops works

Sulfacetamide is a sulfonamide antibiotic that stops bacteria from making folic acid, which they need to grow and multiply. Prednisolone is a corticosteroid that dampens the inflammatory response in the eye, reducing redness, swelling, itching and discomfort.

Possible side effects

With Blephamide Eye Drops, side effects are usually confined to the eye and short-lived, such as:

• Stinging or burning on application
• Temporary blurred vision
• Eye irritation
• Watering

Stop the drops and get urgent advice for eye pain, worsening redness, any loss of vision, or a skin rash, as sulfonamides can rarely cause serious allergic reactions.

Precautions and warnings

• Tell your doctor if you are allergic to sulfa medicines (sulfonamides).
• Do not use it on an eye that has not been examined, as steroid drops can make viral (herpes) or fungal eye infections much worse.
• Using it for longer than prescribed can raise the pressure inside the eye or lead to cataracts.
• Remove contact lenses before use and avoid touching the dropper tip to the eye.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your doctor before using Blephamide Eye Drops.

Storage

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Keep the bottle tightly closed and do not use it after the expiry date or the period stated on the label once opened. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Blephamide Eye Drops online in Pakistan

Order Blephamide Eye Drops from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

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Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.