Bleph-10
Generic name:sulfacetamide ophthalmic [ SUL-fa-SEET-a-mide-off-THAL-mik ]
Drug class:Ophthalmic anti-infectives
What is Bleph-10?
Sulfacetamide is an antibiotic.
Bleph-10 (for use in the eyes) is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes.
Bleph-10 will not treat a viral or fungal infection. Bleph-10 is for use only in treating eye infections caused by bacteria.
Bleph-10 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Bleph-10 if you are allergic to sulfacetamide.
To make sure Bleph-10 is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a sulfa drug.
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It is not known whether sulfacetamide ophthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
Bleph-10 should not be given to a child younger than 2 months old.
How should I use Bleph-10?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Do not use this medicine while wearing contact lenses. Bleph-10 may contain a preservative that can discolor soft contact lenses. Wait at least 15 minutes after using this medicine before putting in your contact lenses.
Wash your hands before using eye medication.
To use this medicine:
Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket.
Eye drops: Hold the dropper above the eye with the tip down. Look up and away from the dropper and squeeze out a drop. Close your eyes for 2 or 3 minutes with your head tipped down, without blinking or squinting. Gently press your finger to the inside corner of the eye for about 1 minute, to keep the liquid from draining into your tear duct.
Use only the number of drops your doctor has prescribed. If you use more than one drop, wait about 5 minutes between drops.
Wait at least 10 minutes before using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed.
Eye ointment: Hold the ointment tube with the tip pointing toward this pocket. Look up and away from the tip. Squeeze out a ribbon of ointment into the lower eyelid pocket without touching the tip of the tube to your eye. Blink your eye gently and then keep it closed for 1 or 2 m...
