For each GoldenEye ^® product from the range, you should always follow the instruction on the product leaflet.

GoldenEye ^® 0.1% w/v Eye Drops Solution Propamidine Isetionate - If your condition does not improve after two days, stop using the drops and consult your doctor or pharmacist. ¹

GoldenEye ^® 0.15% w/w eye ointment Dibrompropamidine isetionate - If your condition does not improve after two days, stop using the ointment and consult your doctor or pharmacist. ²

GoldenEye ^® 1% w/w antibiotic eye ointment chloramphenicol the course is for 5 days. You should not stop using the product just because you feel better and should complete the full course of treatment. If your symptoms do not improve within 48 hours, consult your doctor. ³

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. 

Side effects that may occur include reactions on or around the eye which are mild: stinging or burning; irritation or itching; inflammation of the skin; skin rash. If this happens to you, you must see a doctor as soon as possible. If your vision is disturbed or symptoms become worse, or you have any other unusual symptoms or concerns with your medicine, discontinue use and consult your doctor or pharmacist. ^1,2

GoldenEye® drops and ointments can sometimes cause blurred vision for a short while after administration. You must not drive or operate machinery until you can see clearly again. ^1,2,3

If you get a severe reaction, with swelling or breathing problems get medical help straight away. ³

Changes in the blood (anaemia) leading to severe tiredness or easy bruising. Stop using the treatment and consult your doctor if you experience these effects. ³

The use of topical chloramphenicol may occasionally result in the overgrowth of other non-susceptible organisms including fungi. If any new infection appears during treatment, you should tell your doctor.

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme Website or search for MHRA YellowCard in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

Contact lenses should not be worn during treatment with either the drops or ointment. ^1,2,3  

Soft contact lenses should not be worn for 24hours after your treatment course has finished. ³

Hard contact lenses can be worn again once you have finished the treatment. ¹

GoldenEye ^® drops and ointments can sometimes cause blurred vision for a short while after administration. You must not drive or operate machinery until you can see clearly again. ^1,2,3

Do not take GoldenEye ^® 0.1% w/v Eye Drops Solution Propamidine Isetionate if you are pregnant, breast-feeding or trying to become pregnant. If you become pregnant while using the drops, stop using them and see your doctor. ¹

If you are taking GoldenEye ^® 0.15% w/w eye ointment Dibrompropamidine isetionate or GoldenEye ^® 1% w/w antibiotic eye ointment chloramphenicol and are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. If you become pregnant while using the ointment, stop using it and see your doctor. ^2,3

GoldenEye ^® 1% w/w antibiotic eye ointment chloramphenicol is recommended for adults and children over 2years of age. If your child is under 2 years old you will need to make an appointment with your GP to discuss a suitable treatment. ³

GoldenEye ^® 0.1% w/v Eye Drops Solution Propamidine Isetionate and GoldenEye ^® 0.15% w/w eye ointment Dibrompropamidine isetionate can be used for adults and children of all ages. ^4,5