Samik Ofloxacin Tablet

Adult dose

○ The usual adult dosage is 300～600 mg of ofloxacin per day, divided into 2～3 doses. ○ For Hansen's disease, the dosage is 400～600 mg of this medicine per day, divided into 2～3 doses. In principle, it should be used in combination with other antileprosy drugs. The dosage may be adjusted appropriately according to age and symptoms.

As a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, this medication is used to treat certain bacterial infections. However, caution is required as serious side effects may occur with its use, such as tendonitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system abnormalities, and worsening of myasthenia gravis. If these symptoms occur, discontinue the medication immediately and consult a healthcare provider. Patients with myasthenia gravis may experience worsening symptoms, so it is best not to administer this medication. Furthermore, this medication should only be used in limited indications such as acute bacterial non-sinusitis, acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, uncomplicated urinary tract infections, and acute otitis media, and should only be administered when no other treatment methods are available. Elderly patients, those with reduced kidney function, patients with solid organ transplants, and those who are using corticosteroids should avoid co-administration due to increased risk of tendon rupture. This medication may also increase the risk of seizures, so it should be used cautiously in patients with a history of epilepsy or seizure disorders. It is not to be administered to pregnant or nursing women, adolescents under 18 years of age, or patients who have had hypersensitivity reactions to this medication or similar drugs. Regular monitoring of liver function, kidney function, and blood tests is required during administration, along with adequate fluid intake. Additionally, this medication can cause neurological adverse reactions such as dizziness or drowsiness, so caution is advised when driving or operating dangerous machinery. It can cause photosensitivity reactions; therefore, strong sunlight or ultraviolet exposure should be avoided, and administration should be discontinued if skin rash or photosensitivity symptoms appear. Diabetes patients should monitor their blood sugar carefully as disturbances may occur. This medication can interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform the healthcare provider when used with anticoagulants, antidiabetic agents, certain anti-inflammatory drugs, antacids, etc. In the case of overdose, symptoms such as drowsiness, nausea, and dizziness may occur, and prompt medical attention is necessary. For safe use of this medication, adherence to the prescribed dosages and administration guidelines is crucial, and any unusual symptoms should be reported to a healthcare provider immediately.

• Tendinitis
• tendon rupture
• peripheral neuropathy
• central nervous system effects
• exacerbation of myasthenia gravis
• anaphylactic shock
• anaphylactoid reactions
• rash
• itching
• redness

Store the medication in a tightly closed container to prevent air and moisture from entering. This will help maintain the medication's efficacy and prevent it from degrading.

Appearance

White, oblong film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle