Oftaquix Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info Full Prescribing Info Contents Description Indications/Uses Dosage/Direction for Use Contraindications Special Precautions Use In Pregnancy & Lactation Adverse Reactions Storage MIMS Class ATC Classification Regulatory Classification Presentation/Packing

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Levofloxacin

Indications/Uses

Blepharitis, dacryocystitis, hordeolum, conjunctivitis, tarsadenitis, keratitis (including corneal ulcer) & aseptic treatment during peri-op period for ocular surgery.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Instill 1 drop tid.

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Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to ofloxacin or any quinolones.

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Special Precautions

Shock & anaphylactoid reaction. Discontinue use if erythema, rash, dyspnea, decreased BP & eyelid edema occurs. Pregnancy & lactation.

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Use In Pregnancy & Lactation

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Adverse Reactions

Blepharitis, eyelid dermatitis, itching, urticaria, irritation, keratitis superficial diffuse, conjunctivitis, eye pain, corneal deposits.

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Storage

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Description

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MIMS Class

Eye Anti-Infectives & Antiseptics

ATC Classification

S01AE05 - levofloxacin ; Belongs to the class of quinolone antiinfectives. Used in the treatment of eye infections.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Oftaquix ophth soln 0.5%

Packing/Price

5 mL x 1's

Form

Oftaquix ophth soln 15 mg/mL

Packing/Price

5 mL x 1's

Oftaquix

levofloxacin

Manufacturer:

Santen

Distributor:

Metro Drug