Question 1

how do i apply erythromycin into the eyes of my newborn?

Accepted Answer

Good technique: If you are unable to open the eyes to put in the drops or ointment, then an effective technique is to apply it to the inner (nasal) corner of the eye while the infant is on his/her back.  Then just wait and eventually the eyes will open and the drop will flow into the eye itself.

Question 2

how do i apply erythromycin into the eyes of my newborns eyes?

Accepted Answer

Apply while sleeping: Apply the ointment while sleeping and when they wake up it will have absorbed mostly.

Question 3

normal for 16month old baby to be sleepy while taking erythromycin (after a dexametasone injection)? she also has extremely itchy nose & droopy eyes?

Accepted Answer

Sickness: Excessive sleepiness can be from the sickness itself. The antibiotic can take 24 to 48 hours to start working. She got Dexamethasone injection for what- croup? Or allergy. It will help her feeling better with regards to allergy, cough, swelling, nasal itching. Make sure her nose is not blocked, she drinks enough fluid. See the pediatrician if not better within 48-72 hours.

Question 4

how is erythromycin ointment applied to your eye to treat pinkeye?

Accepted Answer

Inside lid: You should pull on the lower lid by rolling your finger on the cheek bone.  This creates a pocket into which you can apply the ointment which should about a short line from the tube.  Release the lid and the ointment will smear over the whole eye with the first blink.

Question 5

what is the directions for applying erythromycin eye ointment without contaminating?

Accepted Answer

Dont worry: Just apply a little to your finger and rub on your lashes.

Question 6

can erythromycin opthalmic ointmnt be used for pink eye?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Erythromycin ointment can be effective for bacterial conjunctivitis.  It has no effect on viral or allergic conjunctivitis.  Most cases of conjunctivitis are not bacterial.

Question 7

does erythromycin op treat pink eye?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but: A pink eye in adults is usually viral.  Erythromycin is an antibiotic that is sometimes prescribed to prevent secondary infection.  The viral pink eye has to run its 7-14 day course.

Question 8

after using erythromycin op for my pink eye it has gotten redder than before is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: You might becoming sensitive to the ointment, particularly if you've used it for longer than 2 weeks. Although redness is common with conjunctivitis, it usually resolves after 2-3 weeks. Most are viral. If your other symptoms of the pink eye are resolved (discharge, mattering, discomfort, eyelid redness) you're ok to discontinue the erythromycin ointment. Trial preservative free artificial tears.

Question 9

may i use erythromycin eye ointment on my pink eye?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Erythromycin is an effective anti-biotic which means it acts against bacteria.  If your pink eye is viral, or due to some other cause, the Erythromycin might provide some degree of comfort but will not actually treat the condition.  Your ophthalmologist can advise you about the cause of your eye redness.

Question 10

how long is erythromycin used for pink eye treatment?

Accepted Answer

Most use 7-10d: Most pinkeye rx with this med is 7-10 days.

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Normal for 16month old baby to be sleepy while taking erythromycin (after a dexametasone injection)? she also has extremely itchy nose & droopy eyes?

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How is erythromycin ointment applied to your eye to treat pinkeye?

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What is the directions for applying erythromycin eye ointment without contaminating?

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Can erythromycin opthalmic ointmnt be used for pink eye?

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Does erythromycin op treat pink eye?

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After using erythromycin op for my pink eye it has gotten redder than before is this normal?

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