Ofloxacin
Generic: OFLOXACIN
Basic Information
Manufacturer
A-S Medication Solutions
Product Type
HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Route of Administration
OPHTHALMIC
FDA Set ID
392d458f-8815-49f4-9c2b-0e721e295b1f
Indications & Usage
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Ofloxacin ophthalmic solution is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the following bacteria in the conditions listed below: *Efficacy for this organism was studied in fewer than 10 infections CONJUNCTIVITIS Gram-positive bacteria Gram-negative bacteria Staphylococcus aureus Enterobacter cloacae Staphylococcus epidermidis Haemophilus influenzae Streptococcus pneumoniae Proteus mirabilis Pseudomonas aeruginosa CORNEAL ULCERS Gram-positive bacteria Gram-negative bacteria Staphylococcus aureus Pseudomonas aeruginosa Staphylococcus epidermidis Serratia marcescens* Streptococcus pneumoniae Anaerobic species : Propionibacterium acnes
Warnings
WARNINGS NOT FOR INJECTION.
Ofloxacin ophthalmic solution should not be injected subconjunctivally, nor should it be introduced directly into the anterior chamber of the eye.
There are rare reports of anaphylactic reaction/shock and fatal hypersensitivity reactions in patients receiving systemic quinolones, some following the first dose, including ofloxacin.
Some reactions were accompanied by cardiovascular collapse, loss of consciousness, angioedema (including laryngeal, pharyngeal or facial edema), airway obstruction, dyspnea, urticaria, and itching.
A rare occurrence of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, which progressed to toxic epidermal necrolysis, has been reported in a patient who was receiving topical ophthalmic ofloxacin.
If an allergic reaction to ofloxacin occurs, discontinue the drug.
Serious acute hypersensitivity reactions may require immediate emergency treatment.
Oxygen and airway management, including intubation should be administered as clinically indicated.
Ofloxacin ophthalmic solution should not be injected subconjunctivally, nor should it be introduced directly into the anterior chamber of the eye.
There are rare reports of anaphylactic reaction/shock and fatal hypersensitivity reactions in patients receiving systemic quinolones, some following the first dose, including ofloxacin.
Some reactions were accompanied by cardiovascular collapse, loss of consciousness, angioedema (including laryngeal, pharyngeal or facial edema), airway obstruction, dyspnea, urticaria, and itching.
A rare occurrence of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, which progressed to toxic epidermal necrolysis, has been reported in a patient who was receiving topical ophthalmic ofloxacin.
If an allergic reaction to ofloxacin occurs, discontinue the drug.
Serious acute hypersensitivity reactions may require immediate emergency treatment.
Oxygen and airway management, including intubation should be administered as clinically indicated.
Adverse Reactions
ADVERSE REACTIONS Ophthalmic Use The most frequently reported drug-related adverse reaction was transient ocular burning or discomfort.
Other reported reactions include stinging, redness, itching, chemical conjunctivitis/keratitis, ocular/periocular/facial edema, foreign body sensation, photophobia, blurred vision, tearing, dryness, and eye pain.
Rare reports of dizziness and nausea have been received.
Refer to Warnings for additional adverse reactions.
Other reported reactions include stinging, redness, itching, chemical conjunctivitis/keratitis, ocular/periocular/facial edema, foreign body sensation, photophobia, blurred vision, tearing, dryness, and eye pain.
Rare reports of dizziness and nausea have been received.
Refer to Warnings for additional adverse reactions.