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Oflox Eye/Ear Drops

Manufactured byCipla Ltd.
ContainsOfloxacin
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Oflox Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic medicine that contains Ofloxacin. It is used to treat eyes and ear infections. As eye drops, it treats infection of the cornea (a transparent layer that covers the front part of the eye) and conjunctivitis (pink eye) caused by bacteria. As ear drops, it treats outer and middle ear bacterial infections. It stops the growth and multiplication of bacteria that cause infection. Oflox Eye/Ear Drops may cause side effects like irritation, redness, itching of eyes and ears, watery eyes, etc. These side effects are temporary and resolve within a few days after the treatment. This medicine may cause a visual disturbance. Avoid driving vehicles after using this medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects get worsen. Avoid using Oflox Eye/Ear Drops if you are allergic to it. Oflox Eye/Ear Drops is a prescription medicine. Wash your hands properly before administering this medicine. Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper close to your eye and squeeze the dropper so that a drop falls in the pocket. Close your eyes for 2 to 3 minutes and repeat the same for the next dose. For ear drops, tilt your head sideways and squeeze the dropper to put drops inside your ear. Oflox Eye/Ear Drops is not recommended for use in children below 1 year of age. Do not use contact lenses during the treatment as they can increase the infection severity. Inform your doctor about your current medicines and medical conditions before using this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Oflox Eye/Ear Drops

Nicoflox 0.3 % Eye/Ear Drops
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Oflacin Eye Drops
Micro Labs Ltd.
Oflotas 0.3 % Eye drops
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Tariflox 0.3 % Eye Drops
Cipla Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Oflox Eye/Ear Drops

Ear pain

Eye pain

Eye discomfort

Swelling of eyelids

Blurred vision

Dry eyes

Redness of the eye

Ear discomfort

Uses of Oflox Eye/Ear Drops

What is it prescribed for?

Bacterial Conjunctivitis

Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye) is a bacterial eye infection affecting the conjunctiva (a clear tissue covering the white part of your eye and lines the inside of the eyelid). This infection can easily spread by direct or indirect contact with an infected person. It is more common in children and can be treated quickly in a couple of days. Oflox Eye/Ear Drops is used in the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis.

Corneal Ulcers

At the front of your eye is a transparent layer of tissue called the cornea that allows light to enter your eye. A corneal ulcer is a small ulcer of the cornea, that occurs from an infection caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. More often it occurs in contact lens wearers. A small scratch, scrape or cut on the cornea caused by wearing contact lenses for a long duration can cause infection. Oflox Eye/Ear Drops is used in the treatment of corneal ulcers caused by bacteria.

Otitis Externa

Otitis externa or Swimmer’s ear is an infection in the ear canal, which connects the outside of the ear to the eardrum. Normally, earwax helps to protect your ear canal from infection. Putting fingers, cotton swabs or other objects to clean your ears, can rub away the earwax or scratch your skin. This allows germs to grow and leads to infection. Oflox Eye/Ear Drops is used for the treatment of otitis externa caused by bacteria.

Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media

Chronic suppurative otitis media is an infection of the middle ear usually caused by an ear injury or blockage of the eustachian tube (a narrow tube that connects the middle ear and the back of the nose). Oflox Eye/Ear Drops is used for the treatment of chronic suppurative otitis media.

Acute otitis media

Acute otitis media (AOM), is an infection of the middle ear (the area behind the eardrum), common in infants and young children. Oflox Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat acute otitis media caused by bacteria.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    Oflox Eye/Ear Drops starts to show its effect within 30 minutes of administration.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The effects of Oflox Eye/Ear Drops last for about 2 to 4 hours

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Oflox Eye/Ear Drops.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    It is not known whether Oflox Eye/Ear Drops are safe to be used in pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before using this medicine.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    It is not known whether Oflox Eye/Ear Drops passes into breast milk or if it could affect your infant. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding. It is acceptable to use upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Avoid using Oflox Eye/Ear Drops if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as severe itching/redness in your eye or ear, blurred vision, sensitivity to light, eye or ear pain or irritation.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

It is not known whether Oflox Eye/Ear Drops are safe to be used in pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether Oflox Eye/Ear Drops passes into breast milk or if it could affect your infant. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding. It is acceptable to use upon your doctor's recommendation.

General warnings

Antibiotic resistance

Finish your entire course of treatment with Oflox Eye/Ear Drops, even if your condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance (the bacteria may become resistant to antibiotics). If you still feel ill after completing your antibiotic course, make an appointment to consult your doctor.

Driving or operating machinery

Oflox Eye/Ear Drops may cause short term blurring of vision, burning sensation or discomfort in your eyes when it is used. You should be cautious about these symptoms before driving vehicles or operating machines.

Use in children

Oflox Eye/Ear Drops is not recommended for use in children less than 1 year of age unless directed by your doctor.

Contact lens

Do not wear contact lenses when you are suffering from an eye infection.

Contamination

Do not touch the tip of the dropper or any other surface while administering Oflox Eye/Ear Drops as this may lead to contamination of this medicine.

Missed Dose

Do not skip any dose of Oflox Eye/Ear Drops. If you forget to administer a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If your next dose time is near, skip the missed dose and take your next scheduled dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never instil more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical attention if you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Oflox Eye/Ear Drops.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Use Oflox Eye/Ear Drops as directed by your doctor. Do not touch your eyes without washing your hands. Avoid sharing items like eyeglasses, contact lenses, pillows, towels, clothes, eye or face makeup when you are infected. Use these eye/ear drops at around the same time daily for the ease of remembering. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Maintain caution while driving vehicles as Oflox Eye/Ear Drops may cause short term visual disturbances.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Oflox Eye/Ear Drops works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing eventually killing them.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Fluoroquinolones, Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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