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Ocuflox

Generic name: Ofloxacin

Ocuflox is an antibiotic used in the treatment of eye infections. It is prescribed for eye inflammations and for ulcers or sores on the cornea (the transparent covering over the pupil). Ofloxacin, the active ingredient, is a member of the quinolone family of antibiotics. Ocuflox ophthalmic solution is an anti-infective prescription eye drop that your doctor may instruct you to use if you have an eye infection caused by bacteria. Bacterial conjunctivitis and corneal ulcers are the 2 types of eye infections that Ocuflox is indicated to treat.

Ocuflox Dosage

• Apply 1 or 2 drops every 2 to 4 hours for the first 2 days, then 4 times daily for the next five days.
• For the first 2 days, apply 1 or 2 drops to the affected eye every 30 minutes while awake; also get up 4 to 6 hours after retiring and apply 1 or 2 drops. On days 3 through 7 to 9, apply 1 or 2 drops hourly while awake. From days 7 to 9 onward, apply 1 or 2 drops 4 times a day.

Uses of Ocuflox

• This medication is used to treat eye infections.
• Ofloxacin (oh-FLOKS-a-sin) is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the eye, such as conjunctivitis and corneal ulcers.

Side Effects of Ocuflox

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, tell your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe to continue using Ocuflox. Side effects may includes:

• Local burning or discomfort, allergic reaction, blurred vision, dizziness, dry eye, eye pain, feeling of a foreign body in the eye, inflammation, itching, nausea, redness, sensitivity to light, stinging, swelling of the eye or face, tearing

Warnings and precautions before taking Ocuflox:

• Prolonged use of Ocuflox sometimes promotes the growth of germs that are unaffected by Ocuflox. The doctor will examine your eyes for signs of this development, and discontinue the drug if it appears.
• If your eye infection does not improve within 7 days, or if it becomes worse, check with your doctor.
• This medicine may cause your eyes to become more sensitive to light than they are normally. Wearing sunglasses and avoiding too much exposure to bright light may help lessen the discomfort.
• This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
• Use caution engaging in activities requiring clear vision such as driving or using machinery because your vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable after applying this drug. Limit alcoholic beverages.

Drug Interaction :- There is no information on interactions with Ocuflox. When taken internally, however, the similar quinolone antibiotic ciprofloxacin is known to interact with the following:

• Caffeine
  
• Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune)
  
• Theophylline (Theo-Dur)
  
• Warfarin (Coumadin)

Overdose

The results of long-term overdosing of Ocuflox are unknown. If you suspect a problem, check with your doctor.