Specifications
Item Number | 146835 |
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Common Brand Name(s) | Ocuflox |
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Generic Name | Ofloxacin |
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For Use With | Dogs & Cats |
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Administration Form | Opthalmic |
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Product Form | Solution |
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Health Condition | Eye Infections |
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Drug Type | Antibiotic |
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Uses
Ofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution treats bacterial eye infections and gives dogs and cats quick relief from pain, swelling, itching, and discomfort.
Possible Side Effects
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.
Drug & Food Interactions
Always tell your veterinarian about all medications and supplements your pet is taking before using Ofloxacin Eye Drops.
Precautions
As with other anti-infectives, prolonged use may result in overgrowth of no susceptible organisms, including fungi. If superinfection occurs discontinue use and institute alternative therapy. Whenever clinical judgment dictates, the pet should be examined with the aid of magnification, such as slit lamp biomicroscopy and, where appropriate, fluorescein staining. Ofloxacin should be discontinued at the first appearance of a skin rash or any other sign of hypersensitivity reaction.
Disclaimers
This drug is FDA-approved for human use. However, it is common practice for veterinarians to prescribe such drugs for use in dogs and cats.
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