Brolene 0.15% w/w Eye Ointment 5g
Brolene 0.15% w/w Eye Ointment 5g
Antibacterial eye ointment for minor eye and eyelid infections
Brolene 0.15% w/w Eye Ointment contains dibrompropamidine isetionate, an anti-infective medicine used for the treatment of minor infections affecting the superficial structures of the eye and eyelid. It helps inhibit the growth of susceptible bacteria, allowing your body's natural defences to clear the infection.
Common symptoms of a minor eye infection may include sore, red or inflamed eyes, sticky discharge, or crusting around the eyelids. If symptoms worsen or do not improve within 2 days, seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Overview
Brolene Eye Ointment is a pharmacy medicine indicated for the treatment of minor infections of the superficial structures of the eye and eyelid caused by susceptible bacteria.
Its ointment formulation provides prolonged contact with the affected area and is particularly suitable for overnight use. Temporary blurred vision after application is normal due to the ointment base.
Quick Highlights
- Treats minor eye and eyelid infections
- Contains dibrompropamidine isetionate 0.15% w/w
- Helps inhibit the growth of susceptible bacteria
- Suitable for adults and children
- Helps relieve redness associated with minor bacterial eye infections
- Suitable for sore, sticky or crusted eyes
- Easy-to-apply ointment
- Usually applied once or twice daily
- Ideal for daytime or overnight use
- 5g sterile eye ointment
- Pharmacy medicine
- Irish pharmacy stock
Product Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Brolene Eye Ointment |
| Active Ingredient | Dibrompropamidine Isetionate |
| Strength | 0.15% w/w |
| Pack Size | 5g |
| Form | Sterile Eye Ointment |
| Suitable For | Adults and children |
| Application | Eye use only |
| Dosage | Once or twice daily |
| Prescription | No (Pharmacy Medicine) |
| Storage | Store below 25°C |
Who Is It For?
Brolene Eye Ointment is suitable for adults and children experiencing symptoms of a minor bacterial eye or eyelid infection, including:
- Red eyes
- Sore eyes
- Sticky eyes
- Crusted eyelids
- Mild eyelid infections
- Minor bacterial conjunctivitis (where appropriate)
If you are unsure whether your symptoms are caused by a bacterial infection, speak to your pharmacist.
Key Benefits
- Treats minor bacterial eye infections
- Helps stop bacteria multiplying
- Supports natural healing
- Easy-to-use ointment formulation
- Longer contact time than eye drops
- Suitable for use once or twice daily
- Convenient 5g tube
- Suitable for adults and children
Why Choose Brolene Eye Ointment?
Brolene has been used for many years as a trusted treatment for minor bacterial eye infections.
Its active ingredient works directly where it is needed, while the ointment base provides prolonged contact with the infected area. The small tube is convenient to keep at home for pharmacist-approved treatment of minor eye infections.
Helpful Product Information
Quick Answer
Brolene Eye Ointment treats minor bacterial infections affecting the eye or eyelid. Apply approximately 1cm of ointment inside the lower eyelid once or twice daily.
Common Questions
Does it sting?
Some people may notice mild temporary stinging after application.
Will it blur my vision?
Yes. Temporary blurred vision is common after applying eye ointment. Wait until your vision clears before driving or operating machinery.
Trust & Pharmacist Advice
Not every red eye is caused by a bacterial infection. Allergies, viruses and eye injuries can cause similar symptoms.
Do not continue treatment if symptoms worsen or fail to improve within 2 days.
Do not wear contact lenses during treatment.
Avoid touching the tip of the tube to your eye, eyelids or fingers to prevent contamination.
Wash your hands before and after each application.
Never share your eye ointment with another person.
Seek urgent medical advice if you experience:
- Reduced vision
- Severe eye pain
- Light sensitivity
- Significant swelling
- Symptoms after an eye injury
Not Suitable For
Do not use if you:
- Are allergic to dibrompropamidine isetionate or any ingredient
- Wear contact lenses
- Have previously experienced an allergic reaction to Brolene
- Have severe eye pain or reduced vision
- Have an eye injury
- Have symptoms lasting longer than 2 days without improvement
Speak with your doctor before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
How to Use
- Wash your hands thoroughly.
- Remove the cap.
- Tilt your head backwards.
- Gently pull down the lower eyelid.
- Apply approximately 1cm of ointment inside the lower eyelid.
- Close your eye gently.
- Wipe away excess ointment.
- Replace the cap immediately.
Use once or twice daily.
Do not continue treatment for longer than 2 days unless advised by a healthcare professional.
Ingredients
Active ingredient
Dibrompropamidine Isetionate 0.15% w/w
Other ingredients
Soft White Paraffin
Liquid Paraffin
Wool Fat (Lanolin)
Phenylethanol
Purified Water
Nutritional Information
Not applicable.
This is a medicine.
Warnings
- For use in the eye only.
- Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
- Do not swallow.
- Do not wear contact lenses during treatment.
- Temporary blurred vision may occur after application.
- Do not drive until your vision is clear.
- Stop using if irritation becomes worse.
- Seek medical advice if symptoms worsen or do not improve within 2 days.
- Store below 25°C.
- Discard 4 weeks after opening.
- Read the package leaflet before use.
Delivery in Ireland
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FAQs
1. What is Brolene Eye Ointment used for?
Brolene Eye Ointment is used for the treatment of minor infections affecting the superficial structures of the eye or eyelid caused by susceptible bacteria. It may be suitable where symptoms include redness, soreness, sticky discharge or crusting around the eyelids. These symptoms can also be caused by allergies, viruses or irritation, so it is important to ensure the infection is appropriate for self-treatment. If you experience severe pain, sensitivity to light, reduced vision or significant swelling, seek medical advice promptly rather than self-treating.
2. How does Brolene Eye Ointment work?
Brolene contains dibrompropamidine isetionate 0.15% w/w, an anti-infective medicine that helps inhibit the growth of susceptible bacteria on the surface of the eye. By limiting bacterial growth, it allows your body's natural immune system to resolve the infection. It is intended for minor superficial infections and should only be used according to the directions in the package leaflet.
3. How do I apply Brolene Eye Ointment correctly?
Always wash your hands before and after using the ointment. Tilt your head backwards, gently pull down the lower eyelid and apply approximately 1cm of ointment into the lower eyelid of the affected eye. Avoid touching the tip of the tube against your eye, eyelashes, eyelid or fingers, as this may contaminate the ointment. Close your eye gently for a few moments to allow the ointment to spread evenly over the surface of the eye before replacing the cap securely.
4. How often should I use Brolene Eye Ointment?
The usual dose is approximately 1cm of ointment once or twice daily, unless your doctor or pharmacist advises otherwise. Continue treatment only for the recommended short course. If your symptoms worsen or have not significantly improved within 2 days, you should stop self-treatment and seek advice from your doctor, optometrist or pharmacist.
5. How quickly should Brolene Eye Ointment start working?
Many minor bacterial eye infections begin to improve within the first couple of days of treatment. The redness, irritation and sticky discharge should gradually lessen as the infection settles. If your symptoms remain unchanged after 2 days, become more painful, or your vision becomes affected, you should seek medical assessment. Continuing treatment without improvement may delay diagnosis of another eye condition requiring different management.
6. Can I wear contact lenses while using Brolene Eye Ointment?
No. Contact lenses should not be worn while using Brolene Eye Ointment. Wearing lenses during an eye infection can worsen irritation, delay healing and increase the risk of further complications. Continue wearing glasses until your symptoms have completely resolved and you have been advised that it is appropriate to resume contact lens use. If your lenses were worn during the infection, discuss with your optician whether they should be replaced before reuse.
7. Is temporary blurred vision normal after applying the ointment?
Yes. Because Brolene is an ointment, it commonly causes temporary blurred vision immediately after application. This is expected as the ointment spreads across the surface of the eye and usually clears within a short time. Do not drive, cycle or operate machinery until your vision has returned to normal. If blurred vision is severe, persistent or accompanied by worsening pain or reduced eyesight, seek medical advice immediately.
8. Can children use Brolene Eye Ointment?
Yes. Brolene Eye Ointment is suitable for adults and children when used according to the instructions. A responsible adult should apply the ointment for younger children while taking care not to touch the eye with the nozzle. If a child develops severe swelling around the eye, appears unwell, has difficulty opening the eye or experiences changes in vision, medical assessment is required promptly rather than continuing self-treatment.
9. Can I use Brolene Eye Ointment during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, are planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding, you should consult your doctor or pharmacist before using Brolene Eye Ointment. They can assess whether the medicine is appropriate for your individual circumstances and advise on the safest treatment option. Never start or continue treatment during pregnancy without appropriate healthcare advice.
10. What side effects can Brolene Eye Ointment cause?
Like all medicines, Brolene Eye Ointment can cause side effects, although not everybody experiences them. Some people may notice mild burning, stinging, irritation or redness shortly after application. Allergic reactions can also occur. Stop using the ointment and seek medical advice if you develop worsening redness, swelling, itching, a rash around the eye or eyelids, increasing pain or any change in your vision. Temporary blurred vision immediately after application is a common effect of eye ointments.
11. How should I store Brolene Eye Ointment?
Store the tube below 25°C, keep the cap tightly closed after each use and keep it out of the sight and reach of children. To reduce the risk of contamination, never touch the nozzle with your fingers or allow it to touch your eye or any other surface. The tube should be discarded 4 weeks after first opening, even if some ointment remains, as sterility cannot be guaranteed after this period.
12. When should I stop using Brolene Eye Ointment and seek medical advice?
Stop using Brolene Eye Ointment and seek medical advice immediately if you develop worsening redness, severe eye pain, marked swelling, sensitivity to light, reduced or blurred vision that does not quickly clear, or if you experience an allergic reaction. You should also seek medical advice if there is no significant improvement within 2 days, if the infection repeatedly returns, or if you are uncertain whether your symptoms are caused by a bacterial infection. Prompt assessment helps ensure that more serious eye conditions are not overlooked.
Product Details
Brand: Brolene
Product Type: Eye Ointment
Size: 5g
Active Ingredient: Dibrompropamidine Isetionate 0.15% w/w
Suitable For: Adults and Children
Application: Eye Use Only
Storage: Below 25°C
Medicine Classification: Pharmacy Medicine (P)
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