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| U.S. Brand
Names |
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| Vasosulf®
Ophthalmic |

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| Generic
Available |
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Yes |

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| Synonyms |
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phenylephrine and sulfacetamide |

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| Pharmacological Index |
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Antibiotic, Ophthalmic |

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| Use |
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Treatment of conjunctivitis, corneal ulcer, and other superficial ocular
infections due to susceptible microorganisms; adjunctive in systemic sulfonamide
therapy |

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| Pregnancy Risk
Factor |
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|
C |

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| Stability |
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Keep tightly closed; protect from light |

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| Usual Dosage |
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Instill 1 or 2 drops into the lower conjunctival sac(s) every 2 or 3 hours
during the day, less often at night |

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| Dental Health: Local
Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor
Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |

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| Dental Health:
Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |

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| Patient
Information |
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To avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any
surface. |

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| Nursing
Implications |
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Keep tightly closed; protect from light |

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| Dosage Forms |
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Solution, ophthalmic: Sulfacetamide sodium 15% and phenylephrine
hydrochloride 0.125% (5 mL, 15 mL) |

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