Chlorsig Eye Drops 0.5% - 10ml^ (always read the label)
This is a pharmacist only medicine. A pharmacist will contact you within 48 hours to determine your therapeutic need before your order can be accepted. This is not required if you have a doctor's prescription.
^ Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Ask your pharmacist about this product.
Chlorsig is used to treat an eye infection called bacterial conjunctivitis, which is a bacterial infection involving the mucous membrane of the surface of the eye. This product is only available for sale over the counter after consultation with a qualified pharmacist to ensure that the product is used safely and effectively as per requirements of the Therapeutic Goods Administration of Australia (TGA). Please click the on the Store Finder link at the top of the page to locate your nearest Terry White Chemist.
The most common symptom of bacterial conjunctivitis is the presence of a sticky yellow-white discharge with mucus and pus (or glued eyes, especially in the morning on waking). Other symptoms include a gritty sensation in the eye, redness, irritation and watering of the eyes. The infection usually starts in one eye and then spreads to the other.
The dose of Chlorsig may be different for each person and their medical condition. Your doctor, optometrist or pharmacist will recommend the right dose for you. Adults and children (2 years and over): Instil 1 or 2 eye drops in the affected eye(s) every two to six hours for up to 5 days or as directed by your doctor, optometrist or pharmacist. Do not use in children under 2 years of age except on doctor’s advice.
Tell your Doctor or Pharmacist if you are taking medication prescribed by your doctor, purchased over the counter from your pharmacy, from the health food shop or supermarket. If you have any of the following conditions you must tell your doctor, optometrist or pharmacist: if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed, you wear contact lenses, have had injury to the cornea or if you or your family have blood disorders.
Store unopened bottles in a refrigerator, protected from light, where the temperature stays between 2-8°C. Do not freeze. After opening, store at room temperature (below 25°C). Discard 4 weeks after opening. Refrigeration required.
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