Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops

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Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops Information

Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops related warnings talks about Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops Benefits & Uses

Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Eye Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 4 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Eye Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 4 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Eye Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 4 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Eye Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 4 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops safe for pregnant women?


    Oflostar can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Oflostar, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops safe during breastfeeding?


    Oflostar can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops on the Kidneys?


    Oflostar rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops on the Liver?


    Side effects of Oflostar rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops on the Heart?


    Oflostar has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops

  • Is this Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops habit forming or addictive?


    Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops


    Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Oflostar 0.3% Eye Drops

Question over 4 years ago

Does Oflostar cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Oflostar causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Oflostar used for typhoid fever?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes Oflostar is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Oflostar?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Oflostar should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Oflostar affect tendons and muscles?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, long-term use of Oflostar can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Oflostar with doxycyclin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Oflostar can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Floxin® (ofloxacin)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ocuflox® (ofloxacin)



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