Effect of taurolidine on the normal eyelid and conjunctival flora

Abstract

Taurolidine solution with its unique properties is an effective antimicrobial agent for reducing the number of bacteria in the flora of the eye. Taurolidine appears to be well tolerated and offers promise as a potential new antimicrobial drug.

Antibacterials as anti-inflammatory agents: Dual action agents for oral health

“…Antimicrobial, anti-fungal effects of tauroline along with its ability to inhibit bacterial adhesion have been elucidated for a number of bacteria. Instillation of 0.05% taurolidone prior to cataract surgery significantly reduced normal ocular microflora (Oguz et al 2000). Reductions in bacteremia amongst cathether dependent hemodialysis patients were reported after taurolidone was applied in the lumen of catheters (Allon 2004).…”