Eyemycin

Generic name: Erythromycin Ophthalmic
Drug class: Ophthalmic anti-infectives

Usage of Eyemycin

Erythromycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.

Eyemycin (for the eyes) is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes.

Eyemycin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Eyemycin side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Eyemycin may cause serious side effects. Stop using Eyemycin and call your doctor at once if you have:

severe burning, stinging, or irritation after using Eyemycin; or

signs of eye infection--pain, swelling, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage, eyes more sensitive to light.

Common side effects of Eyemycin may include:

eye redness; or

mild eye irritation.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Eyemycin

You should not use Eyemycin if you are allergic to erythromycin.

a viral or fungal infection in your eye.

It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It may not be safe to breast-feed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk.

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Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Eyemycin

Medicine used in the eyes is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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