Ofloxacin ophthalmic

Generic name: Ofloxacin Ophthalmic
Brand names: Ocuflox
Dosage form: ophthalmic solution (0.3%)
Drug class: Ophthalmic anti-infectives

Usage of Ofloxacin ophthalmic

Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone (flor-o-KWIN-o-lone) antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body.

Ofloxacin ophthalmic (for use in the eyes) is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes.

Ofloxacin ophthalmic is also used to treat an ulcer in the cornea of the eye.

Ofloxacin will not treat a viral or fungal infection of the eye.

Ofloxacin ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Ofloxacin ophthalmic side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic Reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Ofloxacin ophthalmic may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

severe burning, stinging, or irritation after using ofloxacin ophthalmic;

eye pain;

eye swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage (may be signs of infection); or

severe skin reaction--fever, sore throat, swelling in your face or tongue, burning in your eyes, skin pain followed by a red or purple skin rash that spreads (especially in the face or upper body) and causes blistering and peeling.

Common side effects of ofloxacin ophthalmic may include:

blurred vision;

eye pain or

mild burning, stinging, or other discomfort;

eye redness, itching, or watering;

red or puffy eyelids;

your eyes being more sensitive to light; or

eye dryness, feeling like something is in your eye.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Ofloxacin ophthalmic

You should not use ofloxacin ophthalmic if you are allergic to ofloxacin or other fluoroquinolones (ciprofloxacin, Gemifloxacin, Levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, norfloxacin, and others).

Do not use this medicine to treat a viral or fungal infection in the eye. Ofloxacin ophthalmic is for use in treating only bacterial infections of the eye.

It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known whether ofloxacin ophthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could affect the nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding.

Ofloxacin eye drops (solution) are not approved for use by anyone younger than 1 year old.

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How to use Ofloxacin ophthalmic

Usual Adult Dose for Bacterial Conjunctivitis:

Days 1 and 2: Instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 2 to 4 hours.Days 3 through 7: Instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) 4 times a day.Use: For the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis due to susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, S epidermidis, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Enterobacter cloacae, Haemophilus influenzae, Proteus mirabilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa

Usual Adult Dose for Corneal Ulcers:

Days 1 and 2: Instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 30 minutes while awake and about 4 and 6 hours after retiring.Days 3 through 7 to 9: Instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) every hour while awake.Days 7 to 9 through treatment completion: Instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) 4 times a day.Use: For the treatment of bacterial corneal ulcers due to susceptible strains of S aureus, S epidermidis, S pneumoniae, P aeruginosa, Serratia marcescens, Propionibacterium acnes

Usual Pediatric Dose for Bacterial Conjunctivitis:

1 year or older:-Days 1 and 2: Instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 2 to 4 hours.-Days 3 through 7: Instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) 4 times a day.Use: For the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis due to susceptible strains of S aureus, S epidermidis, S pneumoniae, E cloacae, H influenzae, P mirabilis, P aeruginosa

Usual Pediatric Dose for Corneal Ulcers:

1 year or older:-Days 1 and 2: Instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 30 minutes while awake and about 4 and 6 hours after retiring.-Days 3 through 7 to 9: Instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) every hour while awake.-Days 7 to 9 through treatment completion: Instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) 4 times a day.Use: For the treatment of bacterial corneal ulcers due to susceptible strains of S aureus, S epidermidis, S pneumoniae, P aeruginosa, S marcescens, P acnes

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Ofloxacin ophthalmic

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on ofloxacin used in the eyes. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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