SUPRAPHEN Eye Drops and Eye Ointment is used in Chloramphenicol susceptible organisms in infected eyelid, cornea (corneal ulcer), conjunctiva, lachrymal canal system and anterior of the uvea. It may also be used in Trachoma, Zoster and Parinauds conjunctivitis. It is used as an adjuvant therapy with other drugs in the treatment of herpes simplex and for the prophylaxis of bacterial infection before and after surgical operation and after fire and chemical burns. It is beneficial in rinsing the lachrymal canal as a preventive and curative of infections.

Adults, children and infants: One or two drops or small amount of ointment 4 to 6 times a day should be placed in the infected eyes. If necessary, the frequency of dose can be increased. Treatment should be continued for approximately 7 days but should not be continued for more than three weeks without re-evaluation by the prescribing physician. CONTRAINDICATION: SUPRAPHEN Eye Drops/ Eye Ointment is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to Chloramphenicol. PRECAUTIONS: Prolonged use of antibiotic may result in over growth of non-susceptible organisms and fungi. This medicine should not be used regularly in prolonged period of times. If new infections appear during medication, the drug should be discontinued and appropriate measures should be taken. USE IN PREGNANCY & LACTATION: Pregnancy: This medicine should be used with caution during Pregnancy & only if the expected benefit to the mother is greater than any possible risk of the fetus.