Levomitsetin in drops is recommended to be used to eliminate various pathological processes of the eye. This tool is one of the available, which can be purchased at pharmacies without a prescription from the doctor.
In addition, a drop of Levomitsetin eye is quite convenient to use, and a positive effect is usually observed on the second day of use. But before applying them it is recommended to carefully study the instructions and properties of this drug.
Composition and mechanism of action
The composition of the drops Levomycetin is the active ingredient - the compound chloramphenicol. In 1 mg drops, its dose is 2.5 mg. In addition to this element, there is a small amount of boric acid.
Chloramphenicol is a component that has a broad spectrum antimicrobial effect. It is due to this element that the pathological processes are quickly eliminated.
In addition to these two elements, in the composition there are other auxiliary substances, as well as water in purified form.
Levomycetin is recommended when there is an infection of the eye and other similar diseases. The active substance of the drug has a suppressive effect on gram-positive and gram-negative bacterial strains.
In addition, this drug is recommended to use against bacteria that are not sensitive to penicillins, streptomycin and sulfonamides.
Chloramphenicol has a depressant effect on the process of protein production in the DNA of microorganisms. As a result, there is a complete stabilization of these organisms.
The advantage of this element is that it has a low level of resistance (adaptability) of bacteria to it, which means that this tool can be used for a long time and at the same time it will always be effective.
When using the main element of the drops can penetrate into the structure of the iris, sclera, eye chamber, vitreous body, but it does not fall into the area of the lens. It is also absorbed into the systemic circulation.
The maximum efficiency of the drops comes in about 30 minutes after use. The highest concentration of the active element occurs in the anterior chamber of the eye.
What diseases of the eye prescribed drops Levomycetin
Drops Levomitsetin used in ophthalmology for the treatment of various infectious diseases of the eye inflammatory nature.
The instructions indicate the following indications for which it is necessary to apply drops:
- with conjunctivitis with a bacterial character. During this disease, inflammation of the outer ocular membrane occurs;
- with keratitis, which is accompanied by corneal inflammation;
- can be used for a group of diseases that are associated with inflammation of the eyelids, namely when blepharitis caused by various bacteria;
- drops are often prescribed for barley;
- Levomycetin can be prescribed to eliminate diseases caused by microorganisms that are highly resistant to the effects of other antibiotics.
Instructions for use
Before applying drops of Levomitsetin to the eyes of an adult and a child, you must carefully study the instructions. To begin, they need to be well shaken and dripped one drop into the affected eye. It is necessary to bury about 3-4 times a day.
If Levomycetin is prescribed by a doctor, then the maximum course of use should not exceed two weeks.
Use drops recommended following scheme:
- Before use, rinse hands well and wipe them with a towel;
- Next, a bottle of drops is recommended to shake thoroughly;
- If there are contact lenses, they must be removed;
- Then you need to tilt your head back a little and pull the lower eyelid down. The look goes up;
- The bottle with the liquid must be placed with the open end down; the instillation is done by lightly pressing the fingers on the bottle;
- In order to prevent the liquid from flowing out after instillation, it is necessary to squeeze your eyes tightly and press your finger to the inner corner of the eye for about a minute.
Is it possible to bury eyes in newborns
The instructions indicate that the drug is allowed to use for children, but starting only from 6 months. In this case, drops are used with extreme caution.
For children younger than this age, use other drops that have a mild effect. But sometimes they do not have an effective impact. In these cases, chloramphenicol may be used, but it is better to use it under medical supervision.
Contraindications and side effects
Levomitsetin is considered an effective antibiotic that helps to get rid of many infectious eye pathologies. However, the instructions indicate the delivery in which this drug is not recommended for use:
- the presence of disorders of the liver and kidneys;
- various abnormalities in blood formation;
- porphyria;
- various diseases of the skin - eczema, psoriasis, fungal lesions.
Also, when using drops, there may be side effects:
- Burning sensation;
- Redness of the cornea and eyelids;
- Feeling itchy;
- Increased tearing.
Sometimes children may experience nausea, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhea, decrease in hemoglobin in the blood.
Drug interaction
Levomitsetin when used with other antibiotics causes a decrease in their action. But at the same time, the positive effect of the drug itself is also reduced.
For this reason, you should not use drops with antibiotics of the following groups:
- erythromycins;
- lincomycins;
- phenobarbital;
- phenytoins;
- penicillin preparations;
- cephalosporins.
Cost and analogues
A bottle of drops of Levomycetin with a volume of 5 ml can be bought at a pharmacy for 30-35 rubles, a bottle of 10 ml is sold for 40-45 rubles.
The analogues of this drug include the following drugs:
- Tobrex. The price of drops on average is 190-220 rubles;
- Albucid The average cost of a bottle is 60 rubles;
- Normaks. The drug costs from 150 rubles;
- Oftakviks. The cost of the bottle is 207-242 rubles;
- Floksal. This medicine costs 190 rubles.
Reviews
I often suffer with my eyes, since my childhood I had such an unpleasant disease as conjunctivitis, and now, with the slightest cold, my eyes start to fester immediately. For this reason, I always have Levomycetinum in my first-aid kit. This tool helps to remove pus and other unpleasant eye damage in almost two days of use. And the cost is quite low.
Christina, 28 years old, Moscow
After the son got sand in his eyes, he developed pus, and in the morning he simply could not open them. I immediately bought a drop of Levomycetin. Used this tool in conjunction with washing tea brewing. After three days, all the unpleasant symptoms disappeared.
Elena, 35 years old, Balashikha
I was prescribed levomycetin for treatment of keratitis. However, these drops did not help me at all. As a result, the treatment was very long and I had to invest a lot of money. I think this
the drug helps to remove not strong symptoms of inflammation, but in severe cases it is not effective.
Alexander, 42, Nefteyugansk
And from the following video you will learn how to properly bury drops in the eyes of a child.
