Ofloxacin Eye Drop is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Ofloxacin Eye Drop also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ofloxacin Eye Drop. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ofloxacin Eye Drop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ofloxacin Eye Drop are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Ofloxacin Eye Drop's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ofloxacin Eye Drop related warnings talks about Ofloxacin Eye Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ofloxacin Eye Drop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ofloxacin Eye Drop in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ofloxacin Eye Drop contraindications section.
Additionally, Ofloxacin Eye Drop may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Ofloxacin Eye Drop is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ofloxacin Eye Drop is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ofloxacin Eye Drop is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ofloxacin Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
Ofloxacin Eye Drop can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ofloxacin Eye Drop, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ofloxacin Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Ofloxacin Eye Drop. Immediately discontinue Ofloxacin Eye Drop if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Ofloxacin Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ofloxacin Eye Drop on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ofloxacin Eye Drop on the Liver?
Ofloxacin Eye Drop may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ofloxacin Eye Drop on the Heart?
Ofloxacin Eye Drop is rarely harmful for the heart.
Ofloxacin Eye Drop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ofloxacin Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofloxacin Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Ofloxacin Eye Drop does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ofloxacin Eye Drop can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ofloxacin Eye Drop only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Ofloxacin Eye Drop is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ofloxacin Eye Drop
Some foods when eaten with Ofloxacin Eye Drop can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofloxacin Eye Drop
Consumption of alcohol and Ofloxacin Eye Drop together may have severe effects on your health.
It is recommended to avoid taking Ofloxacin Eye Drop with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Ofloxacin Eye Drop is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Yes Ofloxacin Eye Drop 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.
Yes, long-term use of Ofloxacin Eye Drop 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.
Do not take Ofloxacin Eye Drop along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
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