Exocin Ophthalmic Ointment 0.3% 3.5G

Requires Prescription (YES/NO)

Yes

Generics

Ofloxacin

Used For

Eye Infection

How it works

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections.

Dosage

Ofloxacin

Side Effects

Dizziness , Short lived eye irritation , Sensitivity to light , Eye stinging and/or burning , Eye redness and/or swelling , Numbness , Nausea , Headache , Itching , Skin rash , Difficulty breathing.

Drug Interactions

Quindine, hydroquindine, disopyramide, amiodarone, sotalol, dofetilide, ibutilide , tricyclic antidepressants, some antimicrobials (that belong to the group of macrolides), some antipsychotics.

Indication

It is an eye drop used to treat external eye infections such as some types of conjunctivitis.

When not to Use

Do not use : If you are hypersensitive (allergic) to ofloxacin, benzalkonium chloride, or sodium chloride or If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Precaution

Take special care with this medicine If you have a defect or ulceration of the surface of the eye or If you are sensitive to other quinolone antibacterial agents .

Warning 1

On instillation of the eye drops, your vision may be briefly blurred. Do not drive or operate hazardous machinery unless your vision is clear.

Warning 2

Do not use the drops while your contact lenses are in your eyes. Wait at least 15 minutes after using the eye drops before putting your lenses back in your eyes. A preservative in medicine (benzalkonium chloride) may cause eye irritation and is also known to discolour soft contact lenses .

Warning 3

Always tell your healthcare professional if you are taking other medicine. (This includes complementary or traditional medicines.)

Pregnancy category

Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

Storage (YES/NO)

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.