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Why Does Bacitracin Tube Say Not For Eyes?
Hi my mom (85 yrs old) was given bacitracin for eye problem, after 3 days it was not getting better and her eye hurts. I was looking at what pharmacy gave her via prescription and it is Bacitracin, but the tube said NOT for EYES. I question mom and she said when she saw that she called the pharmacy and they said it was ok
Mon, 21 Oct 2019
Hello,
Bacitracin ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes.
So, the ointment can be used for the eyes. If you don't see any improvement, you should see your doctor for a physical examination.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Bacitracin ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes.
So, the ointment can be used for the eyes. If you don't see any improvement, you should see your doctor for a physical examination.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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