Ofloxacin ear solution
What is ofloxacin ear solution?
OFLOXACIN (Floxin®) is an antibiotic used to treat ear infections. Ofloxacin kills certain bacteria or stops their growth. Generic ofloxacin ear solution is not available.
What should my health care professional know before I use ofloxacin?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
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hole in the eardrum
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difficulty hearing
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an unusual or allergic reaction to ofloxacin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
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pregnant or trying to get pregnant
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breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Ofloxacin ear solution is only for use in the ear. Wash your hands with soap and water. Clean your ear of any fluid that can be easily removed. Do not insert any object or swab into the ear canal. After cleaning your ear, lie down on your side with the infected ear up. Try not to touch the tip of the dropper to your ear, fingertips, or other surface. Squeeze the bottle gently to put the prescribed number of drops in the ear canal.
For ear canal infections, gently pull the outer ear upward and backward to help the drops flow down into the ear canal. For middle ear infections, press the skin-covered cartilage in the front part of the ear 4 times in a pumping motion to allow the drops to pass through the hole or tube in the eardrum. Keep lying down with the ear up for about 5 minutes to make sure the drops stay in the ear. Repeat the steps for the other ear if both ears are infected. Do not use your medicine more often than directed. Finish the full course of medicine prescribed by your prescriber or health care professional even if you think your condition is better.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.
What drug(s) may interact with ofloxacin?
Do not use other ear products with ofloxacin without consulting your prescriber or health care professional.
What should I watch for while taking ofloxacin?
Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your ear infection does not get better in a few days. After you finish the full course of treatment, tell your prescriber or health care professional if you have two or more episodes of drainage from the ear within 6 months.
It is important that you keep the infected ear(s) clean and dry. When bathing, try not to get the infected ear(s) wet. Do not go swimming unless your prescriber or health care professional has told you otherwise.
To prevent the spread of infection, do not share ear products, or share towels and washcloths with anyone else. Throw away any unused ear solution when you are done with your full course of treatment.
What side effects may I notice from using ofloxacin?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
Rare or uncommon:
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature betwee 15[0] and 25 degrees C (59[0]—77 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
Ofloxacin eye solution
What is ofloxacin eye solution?
OFLOXACIN (Ocuflox®) is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. Ofloxacin kills certain bacteria or stops their growth. It treats conjunctivitis caused by these bacteria. Generic ofloxacin eye solution is available.
What should my health care professional know before I use ofloxacin?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
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an unusual or allergic reaction to fluoroquinolone antibiotics, foods, dyes, or preservatives
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pregnant or trying to get pregnant
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breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Ofloxacin eye solution is only for use in the eye. Do not take by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Wash hands before and after use. Tilt your head back slightly and pull your lower eyelid down with your index finger to form a pouch. Try not to touch the tip of the dropper to your eye, fingertips, or any other surface. Squeeze the prescribed number of drops into the pouch. Close the eye gently to spread the drops. Your vision may blur for a few minutes. Use your doses at regular intervals. Do not use your medicine more often than directed. Finish the full course prescribed by your prescriber or health care professional even if you think your condition is better.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.
What drug(s) may interact with ofloxacin?
Do not use any other eye products without telling your prescriber or health care professional. Check before starting or stopping any of your medicines or non-prescription products.
What should I watch for while taking ofloxacin?
Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve in 2 to 3 days.
If your eyes are more sensitive to light wear sunglasses.
What side effects may I notice from using ofloxacin:
Side effects with ofloxacin eye drops are rare, they include:
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blurred vision that does not go away
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burning, stinging, or itching of the eyes or eyelids
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increased sensitivity of the eyes to light
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redness, blistering, swelling, or pain
Notify your prescriber if these occur and are bothersome.
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 25 degrees C (59 and 77 degrees F). Protect from light. Throw away any unused eye solution after the expiration date.
Ofloxacin injection
What is ofloxacin injection?
OFLOXACIN (Floxin®) is an antibiotic. Ofloxacin kills certain bacteria or stops their growth. It treats urinary tract, prostate, skin, urinary and respiratory tract infections, as well as certain sexually transmitted diseases. Generic ofloxacin injections are not yet available.
What should my health care professional know before I receive ofloxacin?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
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arteriosclerosis
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dehydration
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heart disease
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kidney disease
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liver disease
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long exposure to sunlight (working outdoors)
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seizures (convulsions)
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stomach problems (especially colitis)
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stroke
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tendon or joint pain
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other chronic conditions
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an unusual or allergic reaction to fluoroquinolone antibiotics, foods, dyes, or preservatives
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pregnant or trying to get pregnant
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breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Ofloxacin injection is for infusion into a vein. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Use your doses at regular intervals. Do not use your medicine more often than directed. Finish the full course prescribed by your prescriber or health care professional even if you think your condition is better. Do not stop using except on your prescriber's advice.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.
What drug(s) may interact with ofloxacin?
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arsenic trioxide
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astemizole
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bepridil
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certain heart medications for irregular rhythm (e.g., amiodarone, disopyramide, dofetilide, flecainide, ibutilide, quinidine, procainamide, sotalol)
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certain medications for depression or other mental problems (e.g., tricyclic antidepressants, amoxapine, maprotiline, phenothiazines, haloperidol, pimozide, risperidone, sertindole, and ziprasidone)
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cisapride
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clarithromycin
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cyclobenzaprine
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cyclosporine
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dolasetron
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doxercalciferol
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droperidol
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erythromycin
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levomethadyl
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medicines for diabetes
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NSAIDs such as Advil®, Aleve®, ibuprofen, Motrin®, naproxen
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pentamidine
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probucol
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terfenadine
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theophylline
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troleandomycin
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warfarin
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
What should I watch for while taking ofloxacin?
Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve in 2 to 3 days.
If you are a diabetic using insulin or oral hypoglycemics (like glyburide) monitor your blood glucose carefully. If you get an unusual reaction stop using ofloxacin at once and call your prescriber or health care professional for advice.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how ofloxacin affects you. To reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells, do not sit or stand up quickly, especially if you are an older patient.
Drink several glasses of water a day. Cut down on drinks that contain caffeine.
Keep out of the sun, or wear protective clothing outdoors and use a sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or sun tanning beds or booths.
If you notice pain or soreness of a tendon or around a joint, let your healthcare provider know immediately. You must rest and stop exercise until your healthcare provider says it is okay to start again.
If you are going to have surgery, tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are using ofloxacin.
What side effects may I notice from receiving ofloxacin?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
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difficulty breathing
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irregular heartbeat, palpitations or chest pain
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joint, muscle or tendon pain
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pain, swelling and irritation at the injection site
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redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
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severe or watery diarrhea
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skin rash, itching
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swelling of the face or neck
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vomiting
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
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diarrhea
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difficulty sleeping
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dizziness, drowsiness
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headache
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nausea
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Follow manufacturer's advice on the storage of diluted solutions; do not refreeze. Throw away if solution becomes discolored or particulate matter is present. Throw away any unused injection solution after the expiration date.
Ofloxacin tablets
What are ofloxacin tablets?
OFLOXACIN (Floxin®) is an antibiotic. Ofloxacin kills certain bacteria or stops their growth. It treats urinary tract, prostate, skin, urinary and respiratory tract infections, as well as certain sexually transmitted diseases. Generic ofloxacin tablets are available.
What should my health care professional know before I take ofloxacin?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
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arteriosclerosis
-
dehydration
-
heart disease
-
kidney disease
-
liver disease
-
long exposure to sunlight (working outdoors)
-
seizures (convulsions)
-
stomach problems (especially colitis)
-
stroke
-
tendon or joint pain
-
other chronic conditions
-
an unusual or allergic reaction to fluoroquinolone antibiotics, foods, dyes, or preservatives
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pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-
breast-feeding
How should I take this medicine?
Take ofloxacin tablets by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow tablets whole with a full glass of water. Ofloxacin tablets can be taken with or without meals. Do not take ofloxacin at the same time as magnesium/aluminum antacids, sucralfate, Videx® (didanosine) chewable/buffered tablets or pediatric powder, or with other products containing calcium, iron or zinc. Ofloxacin tablets may be taken 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking these products. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Finish the full course prescribed by your prescriber or health care professional even if you think your condition is better. Do not stop taking except on your prescriber's advice.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. There should be an interval of at least 10 to 12 hours between doses.
What drug(s) may interact with ofloxacin?
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aluminum salts
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antacids
-
arsenic trioxide
-
astemizole
-
bepridil
-
calcium salts
-
certain heart medications for irregular rhythm (e.g., amiodarone, disopyramide, dofetilide, flecainide, ibutilide, quinidine, procainamide, sotalol)
-
certain medications for depression or other mental problems (e.g., tricyclic antidepressants, amoxapine, maprotiline, phenothiazines, haloperidol, pimozide, risperidone, sertindole, and ziprasidone)
-
cisapride
-
clarithromycin
-
cyclobenzaprine
-
cyclosporine
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didanosine (Videx® tablets or oral solution)
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doxercalciferol
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iron (ferrous sulfate) preparations
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dolasetron
-
droperidol
-
erythromycin
-
levomethadyl
-
magnesium salts
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manganese
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medicines for diabetes
-
multivitamins containing iron, calcium, zinc, or manganese
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NSAIDs such as Advil®, Aleve®, ibuprofen, Motrin®, naproxen
-
pentamidine
-
probucol
-
terfenadine
-
sucralfate
-
theophylline
-
troleandomycin
-
warfarin
-
zinc salts
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
What should I watch for while taking ofloxacin?
Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve in 2 to 3 days.
If you are a diabetic monitor your blood glucose carefully. If you get an unusual reaction stop taking ofloxacin at once and call your prescriber or health care professional for advice.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how ofloxacin affects you. To reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells, do not sit or stand up quickly, especially if you are an older patient.
Drink several glasses of water a day. Cut down on drinks that contain caffeine.
Antacid can stop ofloxacin working. If you get an upset stomach and want to take an antacid, make sure there is an interval of at least 2 hours since you last took ofloxacin, or 6 hours before your next dose.
Iron and zinc preparations can also stop ofloxacin from working properly.
Keep out of the sun, or wear protective clothing outdoors and use a sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or sun tanning beds or booths.
If you notice pain or soreness of a tendon or around a joint, stop taking ofloxacin. Call your healthcare provider immediately. You must rest and stop exercise until your healthcare provider says it is okay to start again.
If you are going to have surgery, tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are taking ofloxacin.
What side effects may I notice from taking ofloxacin?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
-
difficulty breathing
-
irregular heartbeat, palpitations or chest pain
-
joint, muscle or tendon pain
-
severe or watery diarrhea
-
redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-
skin rash, itching
-
swelling of the face or neck
-
vomiting
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
-
diarrhea
-
difficulty sleeping
-
dizziness, drowsiness
-
headache
-
nausea
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.
Store at a temperature below 30 degrees C (85 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.