Erythromycin ophthalmic ointment wiped on the nasal cavity may cause irritation of the nasal mucosa, pain and other unpleasant reactions, which require prompt discontinuation of the drug and washing away the residual drug. The instructions for this medicine clearly state: “Avoid contact with other mucous membranes (e.g. mouth, nose, etc.)”.
Erythromycin ophthalmic ointment is a macrolide antibiotic commonly used for the treatment of trachoma, conjunctivitis, blepharitis and external ocular infections, and has been used clinically over the instructions for the treatment of rhinorrhea and infectious diseases of the mucous membranes, and adverse reactions such as irritation of mucous membranes at the site of application and pain may occur after the use of the drug. The specific situation varies from person to person.
Note that contraindications to the use of the drug include patients who are allergic to the product. After the occurrence of adverse reactions, the drug should be discontinued promptly, and the residual drug in the local area should be washed off, if necessary, consult a physician or go to the hospital. The use of the drug should be under the supervision of a specialist.