Ceftriaxone: 1 g IM once
C16,47
Lavage of the infected eye
C16
Treatment to cover chlamydia is indicated
C16,50
Dual therapy
C16
1) Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctiva that covers the sclera and inside of the eyelids.
2) Causes of conjunctivitis include viral (most common), bacterial, allergic, toxic, autoimmune, and tumoral. The most common viruses are adenoviruses.
3) Treatment depends on the cause but may include antibiotics, antivirals, cold compresses