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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Orbis-trained eye care worker performing trichiasis surgery AntibioticsThe antibiotic of choice for treating active trachoma is Azithromycin. For public health intervention in trachoma control and elimination, the dose of Azithromycin is based on measuring the height of patients. Children under the age of seven receive syrups while children above the age of seven and adults receive tablets.The dose for children is 20 mg/kg in a single dose; adults receive a single dose of 1 g. This type of treatment is most effective in the early stages. Tetracycline eye ointment is also recommended.The World Health Organization recommends giving antibiotics to an entire community when more than 5% of children between 5 and 9 years of age have been affected by trachoma to reduce further spreading.In 2023, we celebrated delivering 100 million doses of the trachoma-fighting antibiotic azithromycin with the help of our partners across Ethiopia. Orbis celebrates 100 million doses of sight-saving medication Alongside our partners, we have delivered 100 million doses of the trachoma-fighting antibiotic azithromycin since our work began in Ethiopia. Facial CleanlinessPromoting education and awareness of facial cleanliness and personal hygiene such as frequently washing parts of the face with soap and clean, running water will reduce the spread of trachoma.Environmental ImprovementBuilding infrastructure such as clean water points and sanitary toilets can reduce the spread of infection. A young girl in Ethiopia visits a clean water point How Orbis Is Tackling Trachoma and Trichiasis Together with our wonderful partners like Sight Savers, UK Government's Department for International Development
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