Ofloxacin Eye Drops (Ofloxacin)

Adult eye dose

Instill (apply) 1 drop 3 times daily. Dosage may be adjusted according to symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients who are hypersensitive to quinolone antibiotics or who have experienced allergic reactions to this medication. Shock symptoms such as nausea, coldness in the extremities, and difficulty breathing may occur while using this medication; if these symptoms arise, the use should be stopped immediately and appropriate treatment should be sought. Rarely, there may be signs of decreased cardiovascular function, loss of consciousness, swelling of the face or neck, or difficulty breathing due to hypersensitivity; if any of these symptoms occur, use should be stopped immediately. Temporary stinging or discomfort in the eyes, redness, itching, and tearing may occur; if severe symptoms arise, such as keratitis or serious skin reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome, the use should be discontinued. Hearing impairments or irritation symptoms may sometimes occur; if such changes occur, consultation with a healthcare provider is advised. To prevent the development of resistant bacteria, it is important to confirm the sensitivity of the bacteria and use the medication for only the necessary minimum duration. Long-term use may result in excessive growth of other microbes such as fungi; therefore, prolonged use should be avoided, and if another infection is suspected, the use should be stopped immediately, and alternative treatment options should be considered. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the benefits and risks of using this medication, and nursing mothers should discontinue breastfeeding or stop using the medication. It is preferable not to use this medication in infants under 1 year of age, as its safety and efficacy have not been established in this group. This medication is for ophthalmic use only, and care should be taken not to let the spout of the bottle come into direct contact with the eye. It is advisable to avoid sharing to prevent contamination of the medication. Store out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight, in a cool, dry place, sealed tightly to maintain quality. Do not transfer to other containers.

• nausea
• limb coldness
• shortness of breath
• cardiovascular collapse
• loss of consciousness
• vascular edema
• airway obstruction
• rash
• urticaria
• itching

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, and it is safe to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

A transparent solution that is pale yellow to light yellow, contained in a colorless semi-transparent plastic bottle.

Package unit

6 milliliters/bottle