Oflox eye drops (Ofloxacin eye drops)
Oflox Eye Drop 0.3% is used to treat bacterial infections including upper and lower urinary tract infections, lower respiratory tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections and s**ually transmitted infections (of urethra and cervix).
How it works?
Oflox eye drops belongs to the group of medicines called 4-fluoroquinolone antibiotics. It acts by killing the bacteria that cause infection.
Common side effects
And headache., And diarrhea., Photosensitivity., And nausea., Hallucination, Sinus tachycardia, Insomnia., And seizures., Common: dizziness, And vomiting., Pruritis
Expert advice
• Avoid taking milk or dairy products, or taking antacids, didanosine, sucralfate, or vitamins within 2 hours before or after taking ofloxacin eye drops.
• Do not start or continue the Oflox eye drops if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to ofloxacin or any of the other ingredients of ofloxacin eye drops.
• Consult your doctor before taking the drug if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
• Doctor?s advice should be considered before taking Oflox eye drops in case of any following disease conditions such as fits (epilepsy), inflammation of the bands of tissue that connect muscles to bones (tendinitis), myasthenia gravis and kidney problems.
• Drink adequate fluid to prevent the formation of highly concentrated urine.
• Avoid excessive exposure to light to prevent photosensitivity.
Do not drive or operate machinery after taking Oflox eye drops because you may feel sleepy.
Frequently asked questions
Oflox eye drops
Q: What is Oflox eye drops used for?
A: Ofloxacin eye drops are used to treat bacterial infections including upper and lower urinary tract infections, lower respiratory tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections and s**ually transmitted infections (of urethra and cervix). Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Q: Is ofloxacin eye drops an antibiotic?
A: Yes. It belongs to the group of medicines called fluoroquinolone antibiotics.
Q: Isofloxacin eye drops sulfa?
A: No. Oflox eye drops is fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It is not a st***d and does not contain sulfa. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Q: Can I take paracetamol/ibuprofen with ofloxacin eye drops?
A: There is no known interaction and it is safe to take these drugs with ofloxacin. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Q: Does ofloxacin eye drops treat pink eye/chlamydia/ear infections?
A: Ofloxacin is used to treat pink eye (conjunctivitis), ear infection and infection due to chlamydia.
Q: Does ofloxacin affect birth control?
A: It does not affect birth control.
Q: Is ofloxacin eye drops safe in pregnancy/ during lactation?
A: Ofloxacin should not be given to pregnant women/breast feeding women. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Q: Is ofloxacin safe for dogs/ cats?
A: Yes it is safe to be used in pets. However, the dose vary. You need to consult a veterinary doctor.
Q: Is ofloxacin the same as Ciprodex?
A: No. Ofloxacin and Ciprodex are different drugs as Ciprodex contain ciprofloxacin.
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