Does ichthyolite ointment in the eye penetrate the skin?

Ichthyol Ointment, an antiseptic and antiseptic western medicine, can be used for the treatment of boils, it is generally not recommended to use ichthyol ointment on the eyes, it may penetrate into the eyes, resulting in patients with eye irritation. The main ingredient in ichthyol ointment is ichthyol, which is a brownish-black ointment with a special odor, mainly used for the treatment of boils. The instructions for ichthyol ointment clearly state to avoid contact with the eyes and other mucous membranes, such as the mouth and nose, so it is not recommended to use ichthyol ointment on the eyes. Eye boils are mostly referred to as granulomas, which are different from general eye diseases, and in severe cases, they may lead to swelling of the whole face and cause headaches. Patients are advised not to use medication blindly, but to go to the ophthalmology department of the hospital for examination, and be given erythromycin eye ointment and other treatments under the guidance of the doctor, and in serious cases, they can be treated by intravenous fluids. It is recommended that patients follow the doctor’s instructions to use ichthyol ointment, do not use without authorization, to avoid causing adverse reactions.