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Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops

Manufactured byJenburkt Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsOfloxacin Ear Drops
Description
Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops is an antibiotic medicine that contains Ofloxacin. It is used to treat outer and middle ear infections caused by bacteria. It is also used to prevent ear infections after ear surgery. It stops the growth and multiplication of bacteria that cause infection. It is not effective against ear infections caused by viruses. Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops can cause side effects like ear pain, discomfort, headache and ringing sound in your ears. Consult your doctors if these side effects are persistent. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines as this medicine may make you feel dizzy. Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops is taken as prescribed by your doctor. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course of treatment. For the ease of remembering, use Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops around the same time every day. Tilt your head and position the ear towards the upper side and drop the medicine as prescribed. Pull the ear lobe up and down to make the medicine run through your ear canal. Repeat the same for the next dose. Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops is not recommended for use in children below 6 months of age. Tell your doctor about your current medicines and medical conditions before using this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops

  • Ear discomfort
  • Ear pain
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Sore throat
  • Ringing in ears

Uses of Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops

What is it prescribed for?

  • Otitis Externa
  • Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media
  • Acute otitis media
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The onset of action for Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops is not clinically known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effects of Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops last for about 2 to 4 hours.
  • 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 tendency has been reported for Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    It is not known whether Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops are safe to be used in pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known whether Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops passes into breast milk or if it could affect your infant. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding. It is acceptable to use upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Avoid using Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as severe itching, swelling, dizziness, ear pain, or irritation.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

It is not known whether Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops are safe to be used in pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops passes into breast milk or if it could affect your infant. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding. It is acceptable to use upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings

Antibiotic resistance

Finish your entire course of treatment with Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance (the bacteria may become resistant to antibiotics). If you still feel ill after completing your antibiotic course, make an appointment to consult your doctor.

Contamination

Do not touch the tip of the dropper or any other surface while administering Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops as this may lead to contamination of this medicine.

Missed Dose

Do not skip any dose of Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops. If you forget to administer a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If your next dose time is near, skip the missed dose and take your next scheduled dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never instil more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical attention if you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops.
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

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops is for external use only. Do not use it in the eye. Administer it as directed by your doctor. Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops is given for a short period. Complete the whole treatment even if you feel better after a few doses. Check the expiry date before using Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops. Dispose of unused medicine safely after the expiry date. Keep this medicine out of reach from children and pets. Consult your doctor if your condition is not improving after a few doses.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Ojen 0.3% Ear Drops works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing eventually killing them.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

Fluoroquinolones, Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 2 Nov 2021

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