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Leoflox Solution (Ofloxacin)

Prescription medicationEye drops
Ingredient · strength
Ofloxacin›3mg / 1mL
Manufacturer / importer
Huons Meditech Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A transparent liquid that is pale yellow to yellowish in color
Packaging
6mL/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201307949 · Notified 2013.06.28 · Insurance code 670400481

Summary

Main use
Treatment of eye infections (e.g., conjunctivitis and keratitis) and prevention of infection before and after ophthalmic surgery
Who applies the drops
Adults
Adult eye dose
Instill (apply) 1 drop at a time, 3 times daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Huons Meditech Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of eye infections (e.g., conjunctivitis and keratitis) and prevention of infection before and after ophthalmic surgery

  • Blepharitis
  • dacryocystitis
  • chalazion
  • conjunctivitis
  • keratoconjunctivitis
  • keratitis
  • corneal ulcer
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This medication contains ingredients effective against a variety of bacteria, including Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, and Pneumococcus, and is used for several ocular diseases such as blepharitis, dacryocystitis, chalazion, conjunctivitis, keratoconjunctivitis, and keratitis (including corneal ulcers). It is also used to maintain a sterile environment before and after ocular surgery to help prevent infections. These antibiotics effectively treat bacterial infections around the eye and assist in recovery.

How to apply drops

Adult eye dose

Instill (apply) 1 drop at a time, 3 times daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients with a history of allergy or hypersensitivity to quinolone antibiotics. Rarely, severe shock symptoms such as nausea, cold extremities, and difficulty breathing may occur when using this medication, so if these symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately and seek appropriate treatment. Additionally, hypersensitivity reactions may occur, including cardiovascular collapse, loss of consciousness, angioedema, airway obstruction, rash, urticaria, itching, periorbital redness and swelling, so if these symptoms manifest, the use of the medication should be stopped. Temporary sensations of burning, discomfort, pain, redness, itching, conjunctivitis, keratitis, photophobia, blurred vision, tearing, dryness, and ocular pain may occur; rare cases of dizziness or serious corneal damage may also arise, so if these symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately. This medication may also cause auditory disturbances or irritation symptoms, so caution is advised. To prevent the occurrence of resistant bacteria, this medication should only be used for the minimum necessary duration with sensitivity testing, and prolonged use should be avoided as it may lead to excessive proliferation of fungi or resistant bacteria. The effectiveness against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is not confirmed; therefore, if MRSA infection is suspected or symptoms do not improve, it should be replaced with another antibiotic. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication when the benefits of treatment are judged to outweigh the risks, as its safety has not been established. Breastfeeding mothers should either discontinue breastfeeding or stop using the medication. This medication should not be used in infants under 1 year of age, as its safety and efficacy have not been established. This is an eye drop medication intended for use in the eye only; care should be taken to avoid direct contact of the tip of the container with the eye during application to prevent contamination, and sharing should be avoided. When storing, keep it out of reach of children and away from direct sunlight, and store in a cool place. Additionally, to prevent misuse and maintain quality, do not transfer the solution to another container.

Side effects

  • Nausea
  • limb coldness
  • dyspnea
  • cardiovascular collapse
  • loss of consciousness
  • angioedema
  • airway obstruction
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • pruritus
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  • eyelid erythema
  • edema
  • skin erythema
  • conjunctival hyperemia
  • burning sensation
  • irritation
  • discomfort
  • pain
  • redness
  • itchiness
  • chemical conjunctivitis
  • keratitis
  • periocular edema
  • facial edema
  • foreign body sensation
  • photophobia
  • blurred vision
  • tears
  • dryness
  • ocular pain
  • dizziness
  • obesity-related superficial keratitis
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • hearing impairment

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to safely preserve the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A transparent liquid that is pale yellow to yellowish in color

Package unit

6mL/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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