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Renicol 0.5% Bottle Of 10ml Eye Drops

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10ml Eye Drop in Bottle

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Renicol 0.5 %W/V Description

Renicol 0.5% eye drops is an antibiotic eye drops used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis in adults and children. Renicol 0.5% consists of an antibiotic called Chloramphenicol in 0.5% concentration.

Product Summary

Offer Price	₹70.47
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Contains	Chloramphenicol(0.5 %W/V)
Uses	Eye Infections, bacterial conjunctivitis
Side effects	Stinging, Burning, Dizziness, Hives,Anaphylaxis
Therapy	OCCULAR ANTIBIOTIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Renicol 0.5 %W/V

Bacterial conjunctivitis
Eye infections
Trachoma
Corneal ulcer

Contraindications of Renicol 0.5 %W/V

Hypersensitivity to Chloramphenicol
Blood disorders
Previous exposure to Chloramphenicol has caused myelosuppression

Side effects of Renicol 0.5 %W/V

Stinging
Burning
Dizziness
Hypersensitivity reactions like anaphylaxis, fever or hives
May also cause angioneurotic edema,maculopapular dermatitis or urticaria.

Precautions and Warnings of Renicol 0.5 %W/V

Pregnancy

Can I use Renicol 0.5% eye drops during pregnancy?

No. Renicol, being an antibiotic can be systemically absorbed and may cross placenta. Hence it is not recommended for pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Renicol 0.5% eye drops while breastfeeding?

No. Renicol, being an antibiotic may appear in breast milk. Hence it is not recommended for lactating women.

Driving

Can I drive if I have used Renicol 0.5% eye drops?

You may experience short-term blurring of vision immediately after use. So driving or operating heavy machinery immediately after use is not recommended.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol while using Renicol 0.5% eye drops?

Consumption of alcohol might worsen your side-effect of dizziness. Avoid driving immediately after use of the eye drops.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have Glaucoma
You have dry eye syndrome
You have eye injury
You use contact lens
You have had conjunctivitis in the recent past
You have disturbed vision or severe pain within the eye
You have photophobia
You have eye inflammation associated with a rash on the scalp or face
Your eye looks cloudy or pupil looks unusual
You suspect a foreign body in the eye

Mode of Action of Renicol 0.5 %W/V

How Does It Work?

Renicol, when applied in lower concentration (strength), slows the growth of bacteria and kills the bacteria when used in higher concentrations. Renicol drops are applied directly on conjunctivitis, t...

Directions for Use of Renicol 0.5 %W/V

For adults, apply one drop each in the infected eye every two hours for two days when you are awake, as per the doctor's recommendation
Not for use in children under the age of two
For children above the age of two, dosage adjustments might be necessary. Do not apply without consulting your paediatrician

Interactions of Renicol 0.5 %W/V

Interactions with other medicines

Two or more medicines taken together change their mode of action, so consult your opthalmologist if you are on other medications. One example is that it might slow down the function of bone marrow whe...

Storage and disposal of Renicol 0.5 %W/V

Store in a refrigerator at a temperature between 2°C and 8°C
Store away from heat and light
Keep away from children
Discard the bottle five days after opening
Follow disposal instructions written on the package insert for safe disposal

Dosage of Renicol 0.5 %W/V

Overdose

Rinse your eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes in case of accidental overdose. Please consult your opthalmologist immediately if irritation persists.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed a dose, skip it if it is time for your next dose. If not, try to apply the missed dose as soon as you realize it. Do not apply two doses at the same time.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Sweta Athawale

MBBS

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can Renicol 0.5% eye drops be used for infants?

A: This medicines is not recommended for use in children below the age of two.

Q: Can I use Renicol 0.5% eye drops if I have had an eye surgery in last six months?

A: Do not use Renicol 0.5% eye drops without consulting your opthalmologist, if you have had an eye surgery in last six months.

Q: Can I wear my contact lens while using Renicol 0.5% eye drops?

A: Use of contact lens is not recommended while using Renicol 0.5% eye drops. Consult your opthalmologist for more details on the usage directions.

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25/03/2025

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