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Ketoflox Ophthalmic Solution
Manufactured byALLERGAN INDIA LTD
ContainsOfloxacin (0.3 %w/v) + Ketorolac (0.5 %w/v)
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Description
Ketoflox Ophthalmic Solution is a combination medicine used to reduce symptoms such as redness, swelling, pain, etc. associated with surgeries of the eyes.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Ketoflox Ophthalmic Solution
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Ketoflox Ophthalmic Solution
Blurred vision
Burning, dry and itchy eyes
Eye discharge
Redness of the eye
Uses of Ketoflox Ophthalmic Solution
What is it prescribed for?
Post-operative ocular inflammation
This medicine is used to reduce symptoms such as redness, swelling, pain, etc. associated with the surgeries of the eyes.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to ofloxacin, other fluoroquinolones, ketorolac, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Contact lenses
Your doctor may ask you to stop the usage of contact lenses for up to a few days prior to the surgery and for up to a few days to a few months post-surgery depending on the type of eye surgery performed. If you are able to use contact lenses post-surgery, they should be removed prior to the administration of the eye drops. You are advised to wait for at least 10 to 15 minutes post administration of the eye drops before re-inserting the lenses.
Alcohol use
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding.
Blurred vision
This medicine may cause blurred vision for a few seconds to minutes post administration. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle until your vision is clear.
Other medicines
This combination medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Asthma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a history of NSAID-induced asthma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Use this medicine exactly as prescribed. Do not administer in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Ofloxacin stops the growth of bacteria. Ketorolac works by reducing the formation of certain chemical substances in the body that are responsible for causing pain and swelling.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Ophthalmic preparations, Ophthalmic anti-inflammatory agents, Ophthalmic anti-infectives
Schedule
Schedule H
Algic Plus Ophthalmic Solutions | Leading Eyecare Specialists in India | Sunways India Pvt Ltd. [Internet]. Sunways.com. 2019 [cited 10 May 2019]. Available from:
[Internet]. Accessdata.fda.gov. 2019 [cited 10 May 2019]. Available from:
Ofloxacin Ophthalmic: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2018 [cited 23 April 2018]. Available from:
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Related Questions
Question:
How many days can we take ketoflox eyrdrops ? I took it for 5 days. Still eyes have prblm. Pls sugge...more
Answer from Dr. Vaibhev Mittal
Hello
If problem is persisting then I would recommend you to consult local ophth...more
Question:
I mistakenly instilled the eyedrops ( ketoflox of Allergon ) to my 4 monhs old baby ( instilled one ...more
Answer from Dr. Vaibhev Mittal
Hello
Please don't worry
Nothing will happen
Question:
I was feeling burning sensations in the eye, puffy eye, and headache from past 2 days.I consulted a ...more
Answer from Dr. Arjun Kumar Singh
Burning sensation is usually due to dryness ,in stead of ketoflox you should use...more
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What can I do about it ? Recently my eyes were red and met a doctor she gave Ocupol DX and tear drop...more
Answer from Dr. Shreyansh Doshi
As per your understanding:
With regards to the first consult you had - it seems ...more
Information on this page was last updated on 18 Jun 2019
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