Orbenin Ophthalmic Eye Ointment – Single or 12 Pack
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Orbenin Ophthalmic Ointment 16.67% w/w is a POM-V antibiotic eye ointment for dogs and cats. Vets use it to treat suitable bacterial eye infections, such as conjunctivitis and some eyelid or corneal infections, when they are confident the bacteria are likely to respond to this medicine.
This product can be supplied as a single tube or as a box of 12 tubes. Your vet will advise how much you need for your pet’s course. They will also show you exactly how to apply Orbenin ophthalmic ointment and how long to continue treatment. Always use it only for the animal named on the prescription and exactly as your vet advises.
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What Orbenin ophthalmic ointment for dogs and cats is for
Orbenin ophthalmic ointment for dogs and cats is used to treat specific bacterial infections of the eye and eyelids. These infections can cause:
Redness and irritation
Watery or thick discharge
Squinting or holding the eye closed
Rubbing or pawing at the face
The ointment delivers an antibiotic directly to the eye surface. It helps clear the infection and supports healing of the delicate eye tissues. Your vet will examine the eye first to confirm that this is the right treatment.
Pack options – single tube or box of 12
For flexible prescribing, Orbenin ophthalmic ointment for dogs and cats is available as:
A single tube – ideal for one pet on a short or standard course
A box of 12 tubes – useful for longer courses, repeat treatments or multi-pet households under veterinary guidance
Your vet will advise whether one tube is enough or whether you should choose a full box of 12. Always order the quantity that matches your prescription.
How Orbenin ophthalmic ointment for dogs and cats works
Orbenin ophthalmic ointment contains an antibiotic from the penicillin group. It works by damaging the cell walls of susceptible bacteria. This weakens the bacteria and helps the body clear the infection.
As the infection improves, you should see:
Less discharge around the eyes
Reduced redness and swelling
Less rubbing or pawing at the eyes
Your pet opening the eye more comfortably
Because not all eye conditions are caused by bacteria, it is important that this ointment is only used when your vet has confirmed that it is appropriate.
When vets may prescribe Orbenin ophthalmic ointment
Your vet may prescribe Orbenin ophthalmic ointment for dogs and cats when they find:
A suspected or confirmed bacterial eye infection
Conjunctivitis with signs consistent with bacterial involvement
Some infections affecting the eyelids or corneal surface
They will also check for other causes such as dry eye, foreign bodies, allergies or trauma. In many cases they will use a fluorescein dye test to rule out deep ulcers and to decide on the safest treatment plan.
How to apply Orbenin ophthalmic ointment for dogs and cats
Your vet or veterinary nurse will demonstrate the technique in the consult room. As a guide:
Wash your hands before and after using the ointment
Gently wipe away any discharge with cooled boiled water and cotton wool, if your vet agrees
Hold your pet’s head steady and gently pull down the lower eyelid to make a small pocket
Squeeze a thin ribbon of Orbenin ophthalmic ointment into this pocket, as your vet has shown
Release the eyelid and let your pet blink to spread the ointment across the eye
Your vet will tell you:
How many times a day to apply the ointment
Whether to treat one eye or both
How many days or weeks the course should last
Try to space doses evenly through the day. Do not stop treatment early, even if the eye looks better, unless your vet tells you to.
If you are using other eye products at the same time, ask your vet which order to apply them in and how long to leave between each product.
Extra eye-care while using Orbenin
Alongside Orbenin ophthalmic ointment for dogs and cats, your vet may suggest:
Using a buster collar or medical pet shirt to stop rubbing or scratching
Keeping the eye area clean and gently wiping away dried discharge
Avoiding dusty, smoky or windy environments while the eye heals
Monitoring the untreated eye, as some infections affect both eyes
Contact your vet promptly if you notice:
The eye becoming more painful, cloudy or very red
Your pet holding the eye tightly shut or crying out
Green, thick or blood-stained discharge
Your pet becoming dull, off their food or generally unwell
These signs may mean the infection is not improving or that another condition is present.
Safety information
Orbenin ophthalmic ointment for dogs and cats is a POM-V medicine. It must only be used:
For the animal named on the prescription
Under direct veterinary supervision
Exactly as directed on the label and by your vet
Important points:
Do not use Orbenin ophthalmic ointment in any other animal without veterinary advice
Tell your vet about any other eye drops, ointments or medicines your pet is receiving
Inform your vet if your pet has a known allergy to penicillins or similar antibiotics
Avoid touching the eye, eyelids or any surface with the tube tip to keep it clean
People with penicillin allergy should handle the tube carefully and may prefer to wear disposable gloves. If ointment gets into your own eye, rinse well with clean water and seek medical advice if irritation continues.
Store Orbenin ophthalmic ointment for dogs and cats as directed on the packaging. Keep all tubes in the original carton and out of sight and reach of children and other animals. Do not use the ointment after the expiry date or beyond any stated in-use period once opened. Return any unused or expired tubes to your vet or pharmacist for safe disposal.
Used exactly as your vet directs, Orbenin ophthalmic ointment for dogs and cats can play a key role in treating suitable bacterial eye infections and helping your pet’s eyes feel more comfortable again.
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