Chlorsig is an
over the counter antibiotic
in the form of eye drops and ointment for the treatment of various eye infections. Chlorsig is most commonly used as the treatment of conjunctivitis a bacterial infection which causes the eye to discharge yellow/white mucus or pus.
Chlorsig is readily available over the counter without a prescription. It is very effective against a wide range of bacteria and is useful in the treatment of certain bacterial infections of the eye, such as bacterial conjunctivitis. But
it has no effect on viral eye disease, allergy or inflammation
.
Can Chlorsig make conjunctivitis worse?
Conjunctivitis Treatment
Conjunctivitis is often treated by GP’s and Pharmacists using an antibiotic called Chlorsig. Please note that rarely is this the correct option.
It often makes the condition worse due to the preservatives.
How fast does Chlorsig work?
The drops/ointment will start to work straight away, although
it may take 2–3 days for the eye
to look better. It is important that you give the whole course of drops or ointment, as your doctor has told you to even if the infection seems to have gone.
What is the best ointment for conjunctivitis?
Chloramphenicol
. Chloramphenicol is usually the first choice of antibiotic and comes in the form of eye drops. It’s available without a prescription from pharmacies to treat bacterial conjunctivitis.
The main symptom of conjunctivitis is red or pink eyes. If it’s bacterial conjunctivitis, there will often be
yellow or green discharge from the eyes
, which can make the eyelids stick together. One or both eyes might be affected. If it’s viral or allergic conjunctivitis, the discharge is likely to be clear.
Can you use too much Chlorsig?
Do not use for more than 5 days in total except on medical advice
. To minimise contamination do not allow the tip to contact the surface of the eye. Chlorsig is not recommended for children under 2 years except on medical advice.
How long is conjunctivitis contagious for?
Pink eye (conjunctivitis) generally remains contagious as long as your child is experiencing tearing and matted eyes. Signs and symptoms of pink eye usually improve within
three to seven days
. Check with your doctor if you have any questions about when your child can return to school or child care.
How did I get bacterial conjunctivitis?
Bacterial conjunctivitis is caused by
bacteria, often types of staphylococcus or streptococcus
, is spread through poor hygiene or contact with other people or insects, results in a thick, sticky discharge from the eye, and may – in some cases – require antibiotic eye drops.
How did I catch conjunctivitis?
Viral conjunctivitis is highly contagious. Most viruses that cause conjunctivitis spread
through hand-to-eye contact by hands or objects
that are contaminated with the infectious virus. Having contact with infectious tears, eye discharge, fecal matter, or respiratory discharges can contaminate hands.
When do you stop using Chlorsig?
Do not use CHLORSIG
after the expiry date (EXP.)
printed on the pack. If you use it after the expiry date has passed, it may have no effect at all, or worse, there may be an entirely unexpected effect. Do not purchase or use CHLORSIG if the packaging is torn or shows signs of tampering.
Should you work with conjunctivitis?
Viral and bacterial pink eye are both highly contagious. Both adults and children can get pink eye and should
stay away from work, school, or daycare until their symptoms clear
.
Viral Conjunctivitis
The infection will usually clear up in
7 to 14 days
without treatment and without any long-term consequences. However, in some cases, viral conjunctivitis can take 2 to 3 weeks or more to clear up. A doctor can prescribe antiviral medication to treat more serious forms of conjunctivitis.
How do you get rid of conjunctivitis fast?
If you’re having bacterial pink eye symptoms, the fastest way to treat them is to see your doctor. Your doctor can
prescribe antibiotic eye drops
. According to a review from the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, using antibiotic eyedrops can shorten the duration of pink eye.
How do you soothe conjunctivitis?
Pink eye treatment is usually focused on symptom relief. Your doctor may recommend using artificial tears, cleaning your eyelids with a wet cloth, and
applying cold or warm compresses several times daily
. If you wear contact lenses, you’ll be advised to stop wearing them until treatment is complete.
Can conjunctivitis be caused by stress?
The problem is in most people the virus remains in the body existing in a dormant state in the nervous system. Periodically usually during times of stress the virus becomes activated and causes infection usually in the form of cold sores of the lip skin rashes or eye infections.
