Stye is a small, painful lump on the eyelid usually caused by a staphylococcus bacteria eye infection of the eye lash follicle. It often leads to swelling and excessive watering. In severe cases it can lead to abscess.
Medications:
- Tab. Augmentin 625 Duo (Amoxicillin 500 mg, Clavulanic acid 125 mg) one tablet twice a day for 5 days.
- Cap. Flora-BC (Lactic acid bacillus, Pyridoxine, Niacinamide, Folic acid) one capsule twice a day for 5 days.
- Eye drops Azithral (Azithromycin 0.1% w/v) 1 – 2 drops thrice a day for 7 days.
- Tab. Ibugesic AP (Aceclofenac 100 mg, Paracetamol 325 mg) 1 tablet twice a day for 3 days
General advice:
- Remove affected eyelash
- Warm fomentation
- Clean eyelids regularly
- Advice protective eyeglasses
- Advice correction of vision and refractive errors
Referral:
Consider referral to ophthalmologist if symptoms fail to subside or if patient presents with complications such as abscess or diplopia.