Rectasin Ophthalmic Solution 1.5% (Levofloxacin Hydrate)

Adult eye dose

1 drop per administration, 3 times a day

This drug should not be used in patients with hypersensitivity to fluoroquinolone antibiotics. If shock symptoms such as nausea, coldness of limbs, or difficulty breathing occur while using this drug, it should be immediately discontinued and appropriate treatment should be sought. An allergic reaction may cause decreased cardiovascular function, loss of consciousness, swelling of the face or neck, difficulty breathing, skin rashes, etc., so administration should be stopped immediately if these symptoms occur. Transient burning or irritation, discomfort, redness, itching, tearing, blurred vision, and foreign body sensation may occur in the eyes, and serious side effects like severe keratitis or Stevens-Johnson syndrome may rarely occur, so it is important to discontinue use if these symptoms are present. Hearing impairment or taste abnormalities may also rarely occur. Long-term use of this drug may lead to excessive proliferation of fungi or resistant organisms, so it should be used for the minimum necessary duration, and if superinfection is suspected, alternative treatment should be considered. There have been reports of tendonitis or rupture, so particularly in elderly patients or those using steroids, use should be stopped immediately if tendon pain or inflammation occurs. The safety of this drug has not been established in pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, so it should only be used if the benefits of treatment outweigh the risks; breastfeeding women should discontinue either breastfeeding or the use of this drug. Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients have not been sufficiently confirmed, so caution is advised in use. This drug is for ophthalmic use only, and care should be taken to avoid direct contact between the tip of the container and the eye. Avoid sharing to prevent contamination, and store in a cool place away from direct sunlight, out of reach of children. Transferring the drug to another container can lead to misuse or deterioration in quality, so it must be stored in its original container.

Serious side effects

• Cardiovascular collapse
• loss of consciousness
• angioedema (pharynx, larynx, face)
• airway obstruction
• difficulty breathing
• rash
• urticaria
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• tendon rupture
• tendonitis

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• coldness of limbs
• burning sensation
• discomfort
• pain
• redness
• itching
• eyelid redness
• skin rash
• conjunctival hyperemia

This drug should be stored in a tightly closed container that is protected from air or light. It is recommended to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Doing so will help preserve the drug's efficacy and safety for a longer period.

Appearance

A clear solution that is pale yellow to yellow in color, contained in a blue translucent bottle for eye drops.

Package unit

Multi-dose - 5 milliliters/bottle