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Ocuflox Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Ofloxacin 0.3%; oph. soln; contains benzalkonium chloride.
Pharmacological Class
Quinolone.
How Supplied
Soln—5mL
Manufacturer
Ocuflox Indications
Indications
Susceptible infections of the conjuctiva and corneal ulcer.
Ocuflox Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<1yr: not established. ≥1yr: Conjunctivitis: 1–2 drops every 2–4hrs for 2 days, then 4 times daily for 5 more days. Corneal ulcer: 1–2 drops every 30mins while awake and at 4hrs & 6hrs after retiring for sleep for 2 days, then 1–2 drops every 1hr while awake for days 3 through 7–9, then 1–2 drops 4 times daily through treatment completion.
Ocuflox Contraindications
Not Applicable
Ocuflox Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Ocuflox Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Discontinue if superinfection or hypersensitivity occurs. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Ocuflox Pharmacokinetics
Elimination
Renal. Half-life: 9 hours.
Ocuflox Interactions
Interactions
Possible potentiation of theophylline, caffeine, oral anticoagulants, cyclosporine if systemic absorption occurs.
Ocuflox Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Ocular burning/discomfort, redness, itching, chemical conjunctivitis/keratitis, ocular/facial edema, foreign body sensation, photophobia, blurred vision, tearing, dryness, eye pain.
Ocuflox Clinical Trials
See Literature
Ocuflox Note
Not Applicable
Ocuflox Patient Counseling
See Literature
