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Can i use erythromycin ophthalmic ointment for possible ocular herpes simplex?
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No: Erythromycin is a useful antibiotic effective against susceptible bacteria. It has no action against viruses including the herpes virus. There are very good anti-virals to treat herpes and if you suspect this condition see you ophthalmologist for diagnosis and treatment as herpes untreated can sometimes cause vision to drop.
Answered 4/22/2018
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