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Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment

Manufactured byEntod Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsOfloxacin
Description
Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment is an antibiotic medicine that contains Ofloxacin. It is used to treat eyes infections such as infection of the cornea (a transparent layer that covers the front part of your eye) and conjunctivitis (pink eye) caused by bacteria. It stops the growth and multiplication of bacteria that cause infection. Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment may cause side effects like irritation, redness, itching of eyes and ears, watery eyes, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects get worsen. This medicine may cause a visual disturbance. Therefore, avoid driving vehicles after use. Avoid using Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment if you are allergic to it. Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment is a prescription medicine. Wash your hands properly before administering this medicine. Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Apply a thin layer of ointment over the affected area. Close your eyes for 2 to 3 minutes and repeat the same for the next dose. Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment is not recommended for use in children below 1 year of age. Do not use contact lenses during the treatment as they can increase the infection severity. Inform your doctor about your current medicines and medical conditions before using this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment

Oflox 0.3% Eye Ointment
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment

  • Eye irritation
  • Dry eyes
  • Blurred vision
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Eye discharge
  • Eye discomfort

Uses of Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment

What is it prescribed for?

  • Bacterial Conjunctivitis
  • Corneal Ulcers
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment starts to show its action within 30 minutes of its administration.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effects of Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment 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 Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    It is not known whether Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment is safe to be used in pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known whether Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment 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 Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment 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, redness, eye irritation, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

It is not known whether Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment is safe to be used in pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment 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 Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance (the bacteria may become resistant to antibiotics). Consult your doctor if you still feel ill after completing your antibiotic course.

Driving or operating machinery

Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment may cause short term blurring of vision, burning sensation or discomfort in your eyes when it is used. You should be cautious about these symptoms before driving vehicles or operating machines.

Use in children

Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment is not recommended for use in children less than 1 year of age unless directed by your child's doctor.

Contact lens

Do not wear contact lenses when you are having an eye infection.

Missed Dose

Do not skip any dose of Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment. 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 Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment.
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.
Use Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment as directed by your doctor. Do not touch your eyes without washing your hands. Avoid sharing items like eyeglasses, contact lenses, pillows, towels, clothes, eye or face makeup when you are infected. Use this medicine at around the same time daily for the ease of remembering. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Maintain caution while driving as Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment may cause short term visual disturbances.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Omeflox 0.3% Eye Ointment works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing eventually kill them.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

Fluoroquinolones, Antibiotics, Quinolones

Schedule

Schedule H

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https://ciplamed.com/content/oflox-ointment>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Ofloxacin. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 28 January 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Ofloxacin>
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Information on this page was last updated on 28 Oct 2021

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