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Ofloxacin 0.3% E/E drops is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms. Ofloxacin 0.3% E/E drops is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It may cause eye discomfort, immediately following application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines. Do not wear contact lenses while using it. Ofloxacin 0.3% E/E drops is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.

• Bacterial eye infections

Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone which inhibits bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase enzymes required for DNA replication, transcription, repair and recombination. It has activity against a wide range of gram-negative and gram-positive microorganisms.

Adult Dose: Ophthalmic Bacterial Conjunctivitis ; Keratoconjunctivitis Adult: Instill 1-2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 2-4 hr for the 1st 2 days, then 4 times daily. Max duration: 10 days. Corneal Ulcer Days 1-2: 1-2 drops q30min while awake Days 3-7: 1-2 drops q1hr while awake Days 7-9: 1-2 drops 4 times daily until clinical cure Otic/Aural Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media With Perforated Tympanic Membranes Adult: Instill 10 drops into the canal of the affected ear(s) bid for 14 days. Lie w/ the affected ear upwards for 5 min; pump the targus of the ear 4 times by pushing inward to facilitate penetration of the drops into the ear. Otitis externa Adult: Instill 10 drops into the canal of the affected ear(s) once daily for 7 days. Lie w/ the affected ear upwards for 5 min to facilitate penetration into the ear. Child Dose: Ophthalmic Bacterial Conjunctivitis ; Keratoconjunctivitis Child>1 year: Instill 1-2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 2-4 hr for the 1st 2 days, then 4 times daily. Max duration: 10 days. Corneal Ulcer Child >1 year Days 1-2: 1-2 drops q30min while awake Days 3-7: 1-2 drops q1hr while awake Days 7-9: 1-2 drops 4 times daily until clinical cure Otic/Aural Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media With Perforated Tympanic Membranes Child >12 years: Instill 10 drops into the canal of the affected ear(s) bid for 14 days. Lie w/ the affected ear upwards for 5 min; pump the targus of the ear 4 times by pushing inward to facilitate penetration of the drops into the ear. Otitis externa Child >13 years: Instill 10 drops into the canal of the affected ear(s) once daily for 7 days. Lie w/ the affected ear upwards for 5 min to facilitate penetration into the ear. Child: 6 m-13 yr: Instill 5 drops into the canal of the affected ear(s) once daily for 7 days;

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.

If you miss a dose of Ofloxacin 0.3% E/E drops, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Common: • Eye discomfort

[UNSAFE] Ofloxacin 0.3% E/E drops may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. You have been prescribed Ofloxacin 0.3% E/E drops for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication. Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination. Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution. It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines. Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up. Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the medication.

Patients with a history of hypersensitivity to ofloxacin, to other quinolones, or to any of the components in this medication.

Concomitant use of class IA (e.g. quinidine, procainamide) or class III (e.g. amiodarone, sotalol) antiarrhythmic agents may increase risk of QT interval prolongation. Decreased serum and urine concentrations w/ antacids containing Mg, Al or Ca. Additive antibacterial activity w/ aminoglycosides (e.g. amikacin, tobramycin). Corticosteroids may increase risk of severe tendon disorders. Increased risk of CNS stimulation (e.g. seizures) w/ NSAIDs. Higher and prolonged serum theophylline concentrations and increased risk of theophylline-related adverse effects.

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[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Ofloxacin 0.3% E/E drops may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Ofloxacin 0.3% E/E drops is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

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