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Composition w/v |
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Ofloxacin USP |
0.3% w/v |
Benzalkonium Chloride solution I.P. |
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Equivalent to benzalkonium chloride |
0.1% w/v |
(as preservative) |
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Sterile Aqueous Vehicle |
q.s. |
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Dosage form |
Ophthalmic Solution (Eye Drops) |
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Category |
Antibiotic |
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Description |
Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibacterial inhibits DNA gyrase which is responsible for the replication of bacteria. |
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Indications |
Oflo Eye Drops is indicated for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis, keratitis, pre & post operatively. |
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Dosage |
In mild to moderate infections: Instil one or two drops into the affected eye(s) every 4 hours. In severe infections: Instil 2 drops into the eye(s) hourly until improvement is obtained following which treatment should be reduced. |
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Contraindications |
Oflo is Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the components of the drugs. |
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Special Precautions |
As with any anti infective proloned use may result in overgrowth of non susceptible bacteria, including fungi. If super infection occurs and clinical improvement is not noticed in 7 days, the use of oflo must be discontinued and appropriate alternative therapy initiated. |
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Nursing Mothers |
It is not known whether oflo is excreted in human milk following topical administration, because of the potential of serious adverse reactions from oflo in nursing infants, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother. |
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Adverse Effects |
Transient ocular burning or discomfort, stinging , redness may occur. |
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Storage |
Store in a cool dry place. Protect from light. |
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Presentation |
OFLO eye drops is available in sterile plastic bottle of 5 ml. |
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