Erythromycin OPTRYL 5 mg/g (0.5%) Ophthalmic Ointment

Erythromycin OPTRYL 5 mg/g (0.5%) Ophthalmic Ointment

Description:

Erythromycin ophthalmic ointment is a sterile eye medication that contains erythromycin, a macrolide antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause eye infections.

It is formulated specifically for ocular (eye) use and is applied directly inside the lower eyelid.

Uses:

This medication is used to treat bacterial eye infections, such as:

• ✅ Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye)

• ✅ Blepharitis (infection of the eyelids)

• ✅ Keratitis (corneal infection caused by bacteria)

• ✅ Prevention of eye infection in newborns (as prescribed)