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Vacosulfa B is a prescription eye drop, used in cases of conjunctivitis, corneal ulcer, trachoma, Chlamydia infection. To better understand what Vacosulfa B is, its uses, how to use it and how to use it, please read the following article.
1. What is Vacosulfa B?
Vacosulfa B is an eye drop sold at many pharmacies nationwide when prescribed by a doctor / pharmacist. The drug is domestically produced by the Long An Pharmaceutical and Medical Supplies Joint Stock Company - Vietnam, registration number VNA - 4569 - 01, basic standards.
Vacosulfa B drug has the main ingredients of 1g sodium sulfacetamide and 0.2mg methylene blue. In addition, the drug also has other excipients such as:
Phenylmercure nitrate; Sodium tetraborate; Distilled water. Vacosulfa B is packaged in a 10ml box, a white, navy blue box with 1 bottle and instructions for use. Vacosulfa B is available as a direct drop solution.
2. Uses of the drug Vacosulfa B
Vacosulfa B drug contains the main ingredient is sodium sulfacetamide - a derivative of sulfonamide that is easily soluble in water, giving a neutral solution, so it is less irritating to the conjunctiva than other sulfonamides.
Sodium sulfacetamide is bacteriostatic, but in very high concentrations can have a bactericidal effect. Sulfonamides prevent bacteria from using para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) or para-aminobenzoic glutamic acid in the biosynthesis of folic acid, which is essential for the growth of susceptible bacteria.
Only bacteria that synthesize folic acid themselves are inhibited by sulfonamides, bacteria that are able to use folic acid precursors or available folic acid are not affected by sulphonamides.
In vitro, sulfonamides have a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against Gram-positive bacteria (Streptococcus, Pneumococcus) and Gram-negative bacteria (Meningococcus, Gonococcus, E.Coli, Shigella)...
In general, Vacosulfa B is effective. Bactericidal against susceptible bacteria in the following cases:
Treatment of conjunctivitis; Corneal ulcer; Superficial bacterial infection of the eye; Trachoma ; Other Chlamydia infections; Prophylaxis of the above types of infections; Prophylaxis of infection after removal of foreign body in the eye; Prophylaxis of infection after treatment of ocular lesions; Vacosulfa B should be used according to the indications to ensure safety and effectiveness.
3. Dosage, how to use the drug Vacosulfa B
Vacosulfa B is an eye drop, so it is applied directly to the inside of the eye. Dosage according to the instructions from the doctor/pharmacist, specifically:
Use 1 -2 drops in each eye every 2 -3 hours. In addition, depending on the specific disease, the doctor has different instructions on the dose of Vacosulfa B such as:
Severe infections: Use 1 drop (30% content) every 2 hours; Trachoma: Instill 2 drops (30%) every 2 hours in combination with some oral drugs or eye ointment at the prescribed dose; Dosage of Vacosulfa B drug according to the instructions of your doctor, you need to follow, do not adjust the dose yourself.
4. Contraindications Vacosulfa B
Vacosulfa B drug is not used for the following subjects:
Allergy, hypersensitivity to ingredients and excipients in Vacosulfa B; Children under 2 months. Other contraindications according to specific instructions from medical staff.
5. Vacosulfa B side effects
When using Vacosulfa B there may be some side effects including:
Hot eyes; Burning eyes; Eye pain. Side effects when taking Vacosulfa B are usually not too many and can go away on their own. However, if you have any of these symptoms, notify your doctor for instructions on how to manage them.
6. Interactions when taking Vacosulfa B
Do not share Vacosulfa B with drugs containing ingredients such as:
Gentamicin sulfate; The product contains silver. To be on the safe side, tell your doctor about the medications you're taking so they can adjust accordingly.
7. Precautions while using Vacosulfa B
Some cautions and warnings from the manufacturer when using Vacosulfa B include:
Use with sulfide-containing preparations; Hypersensitivity may occur when Vacosulfa B is administered by other routes; Pregnant women, nursing mothers, operators/drivers taking Vacosulfa B can use it. Vacosulfa B is stored in the box, the drug after opening must be tightly screwed. What is Vacosulfa B? This is an eye drop solution for use as directed. When using, it is necessary to carefully monitor to detect abnormalities, drug interactions. Inform medical staff about side effects, medical history for effective management.
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