Levoflox Ophthalmic Solution 0.5%
Levoflox Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
| Trade Name | Levoflox Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% |
| Generic | Levofloxacin (Ophthalmic) |
| Weight | 0.5% |
| Type | Ophthalmic Solution |
| Therapeutic Class | 4-Quinolone preparations |
| Manufacturer | Drug International Ltd. |
| Available Country | Bangladesh |
| Last Updated: | October 19, 2023 at 6:27 am |
Uses
Levofloxacin eye drops is indicated for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis caused by susceptible strains of the following bacteria: Aerobic Gram-Positive bacteria- Corynebacterium species Staphylococcus oureus Staphylococcus epidermidis Streptococcus pneumoniae ... Read moreDosage
Levoflox Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% dosage
0.5% eye drop: Adults and children 1 year of age and older: Days 1 and 2: Instill 1-2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 2 hours while awake, up to 8 times per day. Days 3 through 7: Instill 1-2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 4 hours while awake, up to 4 times per day. 1.5% eye drop: Adults and children 6 years of age and older: Days 1 through 3: Instill one to two drops in the affected eye(s) every 30 minutes to 2 hours while awake and approximately 4 and 6 hours after retiring. Day 4 through treatment completion: Instill one to two drops in the affected eye(s) every 1 to 4 hours while awake. Children <1 year: Safety and effectiveness of Levofloxacin below 1 year of age have not been established.Side Effects
Side effects occurred only approximately 1-3% of patients that may include transient blurred vision, fever, foreign body sensation, headache, transient ocular burning, ocular pain or discomfort, pharyngitis and photophobia. In less than 1% of patients included allergic reactions, lid edema, ocular dryness and ocular itching.Precaution
Prolonged use may result in the overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms, including fungi. If superinfection occurs, discontinue use and institute alternative therapy.Interaction
Specific drug interaction studies have not been conducted with levofloxacin eye drops. But the systemic administration of some quinolones has been shown to elevate plasma concentrations of theophylline, interfere with the metabolism of caffeine and enhance the effects of the oral anticoagulant warfarin and its derivatives.Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use
Pregnancy Category C. Levofloxacin should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Levofloxacin has not been measured in human milk. Caution should be exercised when Levofloxacin eye drops is administered to a nursing mother.Contraindication
It is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Levofloxacin, to other quinolones or to any of the components of this medicationStorage Condition
Eye drops should be protected from light, store in a cool (15°-25° C) and dry place & keep out of reach of children.Innovators Monograph
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