Nosramycin Eye Ointment is an ophthalmic medication that belongs to the class of 'antibiotics' and is primarily used to treat bacterial infections of the eye, such as conjunctivitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane (conjunctiva) of the eye), keratitis (inflammation of the cornea), keratoconjunctivitis (inflammation of conjunctiva and cornea), blepharitis (inflammation of the eyelids), and blepharoconjunctivitis (inflammation of conjunctiva and eyelids). Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness.
Nosramycin Eye Ointment is composed of three antibiotic medicines: Bacitracin, Neomycin, and Polymyxin B. Bacitracin works by inhibiting the bacterial cell wall synthesis. Neomycin prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Polymyxin B destroys the bacterial membranes and causes the loss of essential metabolites in bacteria. Thereby, Nosramycin Eye Ointment helps treat bacterial eye infections.
Your doctor will advise the appropriate dose that suits your infection. Common side effects of Nosramycin Eye Ointment include itching, redness of the eye, stinging/burning sensation, temporary blurred vision, and eye irritation. These side effects may not occur in every patient using this medication and differ individually. If the side effects persist longer or worsen, please seek a doctor's advice.
Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Nosramycin Eye Ointment or any other medications. Avoid contact of the dispensing container with the eye, eyelids, fingers, and other surfaces to prevent contamination. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting Nosramycin Eye Ointment. This medicine may cause temporary blurred vision; hence drive only when you are alert and have clear vision. Nosramycin Eye Ointment is recommended for children only if advised by a doctor.