Sulphacol Eye Drop is a combination medicine used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections. It prevents the growth of the microorganisms to reduce the spread of the infection.

Sulphacol Eye Drop is a combination of two antibiotics: Sulphacol Eye Drop1 and Sulphacol Eye Drop2 which treat eye infections.

Uses of Sulphacol Eye Drop

Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of Sulphacol Eye Drop

In Bacterial eye infections

Sulphacol Eye Drop is a medicine that helps to treat eye infections caused by bacteria. It relieves symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness caused due to eye infections. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. This medicine will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.

Side effects of Sulphacol Eye Drop

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Sulphacol

Eye discomfort
Eye irritation
Burning sensation in eye

How to use Sulphacol Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use 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 the extra liquid.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Sulphacol Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Sulphacol Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Sulphacol Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Sulphacol Eye Drop

₹100.0/Eye Drop

Sulphachlor Eye Drop

Jawa Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹92.24/eye drop

8% cheaper

Chloromide Eye Drop

Optho Remedies Pvt Ltd

₹43/eye drop

57% cheaper

Chloranicol-S Eye Drop

Zee Laboratories

₹20/eye drop

80% cheaper

Scarmide C Eye Drop

Oscar Remedies Pvt Ltd

₹35/eye drop

65% cheaper

Paristin C Eye Drop

Biomedica International

₹21.6/eye drop

78% cheaper

Quick tips

Sulphacol Eye Drop

Sulphacol Eye Drop must be used as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
Sulphacol Eye Drop might cause blurring of vision. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how medicine affects you.
Avoid contact with your nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the drop in these areas.

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Patient concerns

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion

I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days

FAQs

Sulphacol Eye Drop

How long does Sulphacol Eye Drop takes to work?

Usually, Sulphacol Eye Drop starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Can I stop taking Sulphacol Eye Drop when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Sulphacol Eye Drop and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

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