Soframycin

Introduction
Soframycin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the eye (eg. conjunctivitis) and the eyelids (eg. blepharitis). It may also help to prevent an infection after an eye injury or surgery. Soframycin stops the growth of bacteria and thereby helps to cure the underlying infection. Follow your doctor’s instructions precisely for administering this medicine in the eye. Wait for at least 5 minutes before applying any other eye medication. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. It is a broad-spectrum type of antibiotic effective in killing many types of bacteria. However, it will not work for other types of eye infections (e.g. viral) and therefore, should only be used if prescribed by your doctor. Unnecessary use of any antibiotic can lead to a decrease in its effectiveness in the future. Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include temporary eye irritation and burning sensation after administration. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. It may cause some short-term blurring of vision when first used. Therefore, do not drive immediately after administering this medicine. Contact lens should not be worn while you are using this medicine or while you have an active eye infection.

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Uses of Soframycin
Side effects of Soframycin
Common
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Soframycin
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.
How Soframycin works
Soframycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
What if you forget to take Soframycin?
If you miss a dose of Soframycin, please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins after instilling Soframycin. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Brief Description
Indication
Conjunctivitis, blepharitis, blepharoconjunctivitis
Adult Dose
Apply 1 drop 2-3 times daily into the affected eyes.
Contraindication
Known allergy to lanolin or framycetin. Fungal/viral or resistant bacterial eye infections
Mode of Action
Framycetin is an aminoglyoside antibiotic which is the major component of neomycin. Susceptible organisms include many gram-negative bacteria (but not Pseudomonas) and many strains of Staphylococcus. Used topically in the treatment of skin, eye and ear infections often in combination with steroids and other antimicrobials.
Precaution
Pregnancy.
Side Effect
Sensitisation, contact dermatitis, local irritation and itching.
Interaction
Co-admin of gramicidin with framycetin reduces the risk of selecting resistant bacteria.