Any diseases of a bacterial nature require timely treatment. It is especially important to consult a specialist more quickly if the infection develops in the eyes or in the middle ear. Neglect of health is fraught with serious consequences. You may lose sight or hearing. If any unpleasant symptoms appear, you should seek medical help. The specialist will conduct a series of studies and make a diagnosis.
In ENT practice, as well as in the treatment of eye diseases, antibiotics in the form of drops are often used. The most popular drugs will be described below.
Phloxal
The medicine belongs to the group of antibacterial drugs for use in the treatment of eye diseases (topically). Available in the form of light yellow drops. Ofloxacin at a dose of 3 mg is the main substance in the composition of the product. Also, the medication is made in the form of an eye ointment.
A wide range of antimicrobial medications from the group of fluoroquinolones has gained popularity among ophthalmologists. Active against certain gram-positive microorganisms means "Phloxal". An analogue of the medicine will help the doctor choose.
When is the medicine used?
The drug can be used for infectious diseases of the anterior part of the eye, which is caused by pathogenic bacteria sensitive to the main component. This may include:
- blepharitis;
- barley;
- conjunctivitis;
- corneal ulcer;
- keratitis.
Contraindications:
- hypersensitivity to the elements of the drug;
- pregnancy;
- breast-feeding.
Before treatment, you must carefully familiarize yourself with all contraindications to the use of drops of "Phloxal". The price of medicine in pharmacies in Moscow is about 150 rubles.
Dosage
The medicine in the form of eye drops is prescribed for instillation into the lower conjunctival sac at a dose of one drop two or three times a day. Eye ointment is placed in each eye 1.5 cm twice a day. The course of treatment should not exceed 14 days.
"Floksal" from barley on the eye is used in the form of an ointment at least three times a day.
Drops "Sulfacyl sodium"
The drug belongs to the group of sulfonamides, has an antibacterial effect. Designed for local use. Available in the form of transparent drops for the eyes. The composition of the drug includes sulfacetamide. The main component is active against a wide range of pathogens.
Indications:
- blepharitis;
- conjunctivitis;
- prevention of blennorrhea in newborns;
- gonorrheal eye lesions; purulent diseases of the cornea.
The same indication for the appointment has the drug "Phloxal". An analogue may well replace the original.
Drops have practically no contraindications. In some cases, only hypersensitivity to the active component can develop. If an allergy occurs, the drug should be discontinued.
Dosage
Drops for eyes “Sulfacyl sodium” are instilled into each eye (two or three drops) up to five times a day. To prevent blennorrhea in newborns, you need to drip two drops in both eyes immediately after the birth of the baby and two hours later.
The drug is not recommended for use with silver salts. Mostly drops are well tolerated. Sometimes a local reaction may occur, which manifests itself in the form of itching and redness of the eyes. Patients with a reaction to furosemide may also have hypersensitivity to the main substance - sulfacetamide.
Drops Sofradeks
The medicine has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Used for topical use in the treatment of eye diseases. The drug is produced in the form of eye and ear drops with the smell of ethyl alcohol. The composition of the drug includes framycetin sulfate 5 mg, gramicidin 50 mcg, dexamethasone 500 mcg.
The medicine has the following properties:
- a wide range of antibacterial effects;
- has a regenerating effect;
- antiallergic;
- desensitizing;
- anti-inflammatory;
- reduces symptoms of otitis media.
Also, instillation into the eyes reduces the burning sensation, redness and lacrimation of Sofradex, as well as Phloxal. The price of the drug does not exceed 300 rubles.
Indications:
- keratitis;
- conjunctivitis;
- blepharitis;
- otitis externa.
In addition, with infected eczema of the skin of the eye, Sofradex (eye drops) is prescribed. The price of the drug is available. The medicine is dispensed without a prescription.
Contraindications:
- tuberculosis;
- viral and fungal infections of the eyes;
- glaucoma;
- hepatitis keratitis;
- newborns;
- pregnancy;
- lactation.
Dosage
At the beginning of therapy, the dosage is two drops in both eyes every 4 hours. With severe damage to the organs of vision, you can drip the product every 60 minutes. With external otitis media , a tampon with a medicine is placed in the middle of the auricle or a composition of two drops is dripped three times in each ear. The course should not exceed 7 days.
It is not recommended to take the drug with other groups of antibiotics. Drops are stored at a temperature not exceeding 25 degrees in a dark place inaccessible to children. During treatment, life-threatening work should be abandoned. You should also not drive a vehicle.
Vigamox Drops
The medicine belongs to the group of fluoroquinolols, has an antibacterial effect, is intended for local use in the treatment of eye diseases. It is made in the form of transparent drops, as well as the medication "Phloxal". The analogue goes on sale in plastic bottles with a dropper of 3 and 5 ml in each. The main substance in the composition of the drops is moxifloxacin in a dose of 5 μg.
The drug has antibacterial and bactericidal action. The active component is active against gram-positive and gram-negative pathogens.
A medicine is prescribed for bacterial conjunctivitis, which is caused by microorganisms sensitive to moxifloxacin.
Situations in which the medicine is not used:
- age up to 1 year;
- pregnancy;
- lactation;
- hypersensitivity to the drug.
Vigamox eye drops are prescribed for children after a year and adults, one drop three times a day. The course of treatment is 7 days. If during this time a positive therapeutic effect does not occur, then it is necessary to clarify the diagnosis and prescribe another medicine.
Oftamirin Drops
The drug directly affects the pathogenic microflora. Available in the form of transparent drops for the eyes and ears. The main substance in the composition of the drug is tmiramistin 100 mcg.
The medication acts on the pathogenic flora, is safe for the body's own cells. Drops have an immunostimulating effect.
Indications:
- inflammatory processes in the front of the eye;
- prevention of conjunctivitis in newborns;
- preventive measures after eye surgery;
- treatment of external otitis media;
- in combination in the treatment of rhinitis.
At the beginning of treatment, it is necessary to study in detail the composition and indications for the drug Oftamirin. Instructions for use contain a detailed description of the drug.
Contraindications:
- alcohol intake during treatment;
- hypersensitivity to the components;
- pregnancy;
- lactation.
Dosage
The number of procedures and dosage is prescribed only by the doctor after examination and clarification of the diagnosis. In the field of ophthalmology, for children over 12 years of age and adults, the drug is prescribed in a dose of 2 to 3 drops four times a day in both eyes. For children under 12 years of age, the drug is prescribed 1 drop three times a day. The course of treatment is 14 days. For the prevention of ophthalmia in newborns, the drug is administered at a dose of 1 drop three times in a row, with an interval of 3 minutes.
For the treatment of otitis media, adults and children after 12 years of age are prescribed a medicine in a dose of 3 to 5 drops four times a day. Children under 12 years of age 2-3 drops in each ear up to six times a day. In acute rhinitis, the dosage is identical. Treatment lasts from 7 to 14 years. During therapy, the dose prescribed by the doctor must be strictly observed when prescribing Oftamirin or Phloxal. Analogs may have similar recommendations. But self-medication is not worth it. Consultation with a specialist is required.
Drops "Eye Doctor"
The drug is used to prevent and treat eye diseases. The medication is safe, environmentally friendly and quite effective. The composition of the medicine includes pure sterilized water, in which the matrix of cells of a healthy person is recorded. This tool is also called the "Health Matrix".
Act
The drug is able to find diseased cells, restore their matrix. Thanks to this, the medicine helps to normalize the functioning of tissues, nerves, blood vessels, while chemistry is not used - only healthy information. The medication programs the patient's body to recover.
According to research, the drug “Eye Doctor” affects the organ of vision, which has a chronic or acute pathology, helps it recover, increase the work of protective cells and vital resources of the whole organism.
Indications:
- glaucoma of various etiologies;
- diabetic neuropathy;
- initial cataract;
- retinal disease;
- keratitis;
- dry eye syndrome;
- barley;
- chronic fatigue;
- decreased visual acuity and many other pathological processes.
Contraindications:
- age up to 4 months;
- hypersensitivity to the components.
Dosage
The medicine can be prescribed individually and in complex treatment with other drugs. After a two-week course, you need to take a break for 5 days, and then again continue to drip drops. Basically, the medicine is prescribed in a dose of 2 drops five times a day for one month.
With a viral infection, the medicine is prescribed in 2 drops every 20 minutes until the condition improves. Therapy should be carried out under the supervision of an ophthalmologist.