Patient's question:
A baby who is over two weeks old has developed conjunctivitis. The doctor at the hospital prescribed Tobramycin Dexamethasone Eye Drops. I heard that the safety and effectiveness of this medication for children under 2 years old have not been established. I want to ask if this medication can be used. If not, what other type of medication should I use?Doctor's answer:
Available for non-irritating rinsing. Tobramycin, ciprofloxacin, or ofloxacin eye drops or ointment. 3. In special cases, synthetic antibiotic eye drops can be used. If the conjunctivitis is viral, acyclovir, idoxuridine (herpes zovirax), or thymidine can be used to treat it with eye drops. Pay attention to eye hygiene: try not to touch or scratch your eyes with your hands or foreign objects.