DRUG NAME MODE OF ACTION INDICATIONS DRUG RESPONSIBILITIES

EFFECTS
Generic Name: Inhibits protein synthesis by penetrating  for preventing ophthalmia Side Effects:  Apply a ribbon of the ointment in
erythromycin into bacterial cell membranes and neonatorum (Newborn  Irritation to the lower conjunctiva of each
(ointment) binding to bacterial ribosomes. Drug is conjunctivitis) caused by site eye, from the inner canthus to the
usually bacteriostatic but may be Neisseria gonorrheae or  Itching outer canthus.
Brand Name: bactericidal in high concentrations or Chlamydia trachomatis  Inflammation  Caution should be taken to avoid
against highly susceptible organisms. touching eye tissue when
Adverse Effects: applying the topical treatment
Therapeutic class:  Allergic  Provide a water-based solution of
Antibiotics reaction povidone iodine. Do not use
alcohol-based povidone iodine
Pharmacological solution as this harms the
class: neonate
Macrolides  Gently massage eyelids for 1
minute to spread the ointment
Dose:  Explain the purpose of the drug
Ribbon of to the mother before drug
ointment about 1 administration to the baby and
cm long reassure that this is a routine
procedure.
Frequency:
Single dose only

Route:
Ophthalmic