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A stye is a blocked hair follicle and not an infection. Erythromycin in an antibiotic ointment used for an infection, so it would not be helpful in this case. A warm compress will help. Wet a washcloth with warm water and place it over the closed eye for a little bit and it should help.
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Erythromycin eye ointment and using it on a 3 year old?
can erythromycin eye ointment be used on a 3 year old and if so how many time daily?
Can you use erythromycin ointment to your 3 year old son for a pink eye?
Can erythromycin be used to treat pink-eye?
Can Erythromycin eye ointment be used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis in dogs?
Yes, if your doctor prescribed it and it is an opthalmic ointment. The formula for topical E-mycin is different from opthalmic. You could damage eye using topical ointment on your eye. DON'T do it, please.
How often do you use Erythromycin Ophthalmic ointment?
how often do you use
What are some commonly prescribed eye medications?
tobrex, erythromycin ointment, Patanol
Can erythromycin ophthalmic ointment be user for nail fungus?
Erythromycin ophthalmic ointment is not recommended for treating nail fungus. It is primarily used to treat eye infections caused by bacteria. For nail fungus, it is best to consult with a healthcare provider for appropriate treatment options such as antifungal medications or topical treatments specifically designed for nail fungus.
How many grams of erythromycin will be needed to make 500 grams of a 4 percent ointment?
w/w percentage : g of solute = grams ( weight in g) x % (express as a decimal) Pharmaceutical calculation : g of erythromycin = 500g x 0.04 Answer= 20g therefore : 20 g of erythromycin is needed to make 4 percent in 500g of ointment.
Can Neosporin be used to get rid of a stye?
Neosporin is not typically recommended for treating a stye, as it is an antibiotic ointment designed for minor cuts and scrapes. Styes are usually caused by bacterial infections of the eyelash follicles and are best treated with warm compresses to reduce swelling and promote drainage. If a stye persists or worsens, it's advisable to consult a healthcare professional for appropriate treatment options.
Can you use Erythromycin Ophthalmic Ointment on a bump on your eye lid?
Erythromycin ointment is perfectly fine to be used on eyelids. If you have a cut or laceration on the eyelid itself make sure that it is kept very clean. If there is a rash on the lid itself you have the option of scrubbing the lids with baby type shampoo that can help get rid of the rash. Please make sure you check with your local ophthalmologist if you are not noticing healing.
Does erythromycin eye ointment expiration date?
Yes, erythromycin eye ointment has an expiration date, which is typically printed on the packaging. Using it beyond this date may reduce its effectiveness and could pose safety risks. It's important to store the ointment according to the manufacturer's instructions and to discard any expired products. Always consult a healthcare professional if you have questions about medication safety.
Is erythromycin safe for cats?
yes. This is a antibiotic ointment that is usually prescribed by vets for eye problems, like pink eye
How do you treat a Stye?
In uncomplicated stye, you can allow the stye to 'point'. Then you can pull the hair at the base of stye. Pus will come out and stye will heal. With repeated stye, you need to consult the ophthalmologist.
