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What is Ocuflox and why is it prescribed? Ocuflox is an antibiotic used in the treatment of eye infections. It is prescribed for eye inflammations and for ulcers or sores on the cornea. Ofloxacin, the active ingredient, is a member of the quinolone family of antibiotics. Other forms of Ofloxacin have been known to cause allergic reactions in a few patients. How should you take Ocuflox? Follow your doctors directions for taking Ocuflox. Ocuflox is administered with an eyedropper. Be careful to avoid touching the tip to the eye or any other surface. This could contaminate the solution. If you miss a dose take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and return to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses at once. Store Ocuflox at room temperature. Are there any Ocuflox side effects? Ocuflox side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. The most common Ocuflox side effect is local burning or discomfort. Other Ocuflox side effects may include allergic reaction, blurred vision, dizziness, dry eye, eye pain, feeling of a foreign body in the eye, inflammation, itching, nausea, redness, sensitivity to light, stinging, swelling of the eye or face, and tearing. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Ocuflox? If Ocuflox is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. There is no information on interactions with Ocuflox. When taken internally, however, the similar quinolone antibiotic ciprofloxacin is known to interact with Caffeine, Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune), Theophylline (Theo-Dur), and Warfarin (Coumadin). Are there any special warnings about Ocuflox? Prolonged use of Ocuflox sometimes promotes the growth of germs that are unaffected by the medication. The doctor will examine your eyes for signs of this development, and discontinue Ocuflox if it appears. Safety and effectiveness have not been established in children under 1 year of age. |
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