Monograph Details
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Eye Disorders
> Ocular infections
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BLEPH-10 |
| Manufacturer |
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Allergan |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Sulfonamide. |
| Generic Name |
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Sulfacetamide sodium 10%; oph. soln; contains benzalkonium chloride. |
| Indications |
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Susceptible infections of conjunctiva and cornea. Adjunct in trachoma. |
| Adults and Children |
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<2months: not recommended. ≥2months: Conjunctivitis: 1–2 drops every 2–3 hrs during the day (less often at night). Trachoma: 2 drops every 2 hrs w. systemic therapy. |
| Precautions |
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Purulent exudates may inactivate drug. Discontinue if hypersensitivity or rash occurs. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended. |
| Interactions |
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Incompatible with silver-containing preparations. May be antagonized by PABA. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Local irritation, stinging, burning, superinfection, sensitization. |
| How Supplied |
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Soln—5mL, 10mL |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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