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HOW SUPPLIED Ofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution 0.3% is supplied sterile in a labeled translucent LDPE bottle with insert cap assembly comprising of tan colored HDPE screw cap over a LDPE nozzle with tamper-evident LDPE dust cover sealing the bottle cap. 5 mL in 5 mL bottle NDC 60760-970-05 Note: Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)[see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Rx Only INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Please follow these instructions carefully when using Ofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution. Use Ofloxacin ophthalmic solution as prescribed by your doctor. 1. If you use other topically applied ophthalmic medications, they should be administered at least 10 minutes before or after the use of Ofloxacin ophthalmic solution. 2. Wash hands before each use. 3. Before using the medication for the first time, be sure the dust cover seal is unbroken. 4. Refer (I-VI) 5. OPHTHALMIC MEDICATIONS, IF HANDLED IMPROPERLY, CAN BECOME CONTAMINATED BY COMMON BACTERIA KNOWN TO CAUSE EYE INFECTIONS. SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE EYE AND SUBSEQUENT LOSS OF VISION MAY RESULT FROM USING CONTAMINATED OPHTHALMIC MEDICATIONS. IF YOU THINK YOUR MEDICATION MAY BE CONTAMINATED, OR IF YOU DEVELOP AN EYE INFECTION, CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY CONCERNING CONTINUED USE OF THIS BOTTLE. 6. Repeat (V) and (VI) with the other eye if instructed to do by your doctor. 7. The insert tip is designed to provide a premeasured drop; therefore, do NOT enlarge the hole of the insert tip. 8. After you have used all doses, there will be some Ofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution left in the bottle. You should not be concerned since an extra amount of Ofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution has been added and you will get the full amount of Ofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution that your doctor prescribed. Do not attempt to remove excess medicine from the bottle. WARNING: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE USE OF OFLOXACIN OPHTHALMIC SOLUTION, PLEASE CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR. Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image 4 Image 5 Image 6; 60760-970
- HOW SUPPLIED Ofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution 0.3% is supplied sterile in a labeled translucent LDPE bottle with insert cap assembly comprising of tan colored HDPE screw cap over a LDPE nozzle with tamper-evident LDPE dust cover sealing the bottle cap. 5 mL in 5 mL bottle NDC 60760-970-05 Note: Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)[see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Rx Only INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Please follow these instructions carefully when using Ofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution. Use Ofloxacin ophthalmic solution as prescribed by your doctor. 1. If you use other topically applied ophthalmic medications, they should be administered at least 10 minutes before or after the use of Ofloxacin ophthalmic solution. 2. Wash hands before each use. 3. Before using the medication for the first time, be sure the dust cover seal is unbroken. 4. Refer (I-VI) 5. OPHTHALMIC MEDICATIONS, IF HANDLED IMPROPERLY, CAN BECOME CONTAMINATED BY COMMON BACTERIA KNOWN TO CAUSE EYE INFECTIONS. SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE EYE AND SUBSEQUENT LOSS OF VISION MAY RESULT FROM USING CONTAMINATED OPHTHALMIC MEDICATIONS. IF YOU THINK YOUR MEDICATION MAY BE CONTAMINATED, OR IF YOU DEVELOP AN EYE INFECTION, CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY CONCERNING CONTINUED USE OF THIS BOTTLE. 6. Repeat (V) and (VI) with the other eye if instructed to do by your doctor. 7. The insert tip is designed to provide a premeasured drop; therefore, do NOT enlarge the hole of the insert tip. 8. After you have used all doses, there will be some Ofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution left in the bottle. You should not be concerned since an extra amount of Ofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution has been added and you will get the full amount of Ofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution that your doctor prescribed. Do not attempt to remove excess medicine from the bottle. WARNING: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE USE OF OFLOXACIN OPHTHALMIC SOLUTION, PLEASE CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR. Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image 4 Image 5 Image 6
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Overview
Ofloxacin ophthalmic solution 0.3% is a sterile ophthalmic solution. It is a fluorinated carboxyquinolone anti-infective for topical ophthalmic use. Chemical Name: (±)-9-Fluoro-2,3-dihydro-3-methyl-10-(4-methyl-1-piperazinyl)-7-oxo- 7H pyrido [1,2,3- de ]-1,4 benzoxazine-6-carboxylic acid. Contains: Active: ofloxacin 0.3% (3 mg/mL) Preservative: benzalkonium chloride (0.005%) Inactives: sodium chloride and water for injection. May also contain hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide to adjust pH. Ofloxacin ophthalmic solution is unbuffered and formulated with a pH of 6.4 (range 6.0 to 6.8). It has an osmolality of 300 mOsm/kg. Ofloxacin is a fluorinated 4-quinolone which differs from other fluorinated 4-quinolones in that there is a six member (pyridobenzoxazine) ring from positions 1 to 8 of the basic ring structure. Structure
Indications & Usage
Ofloxacin ophthalmic solution is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the following bacteria in the conditions listed below: 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 * Efficacy for this organism was studied in fewer than 10 infections
Dosage & Administration
The recommended dosage regimen for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis is: Days 1 and 2 Instill one to two drops every two to four hours in the affected eye(s). Days 3 through 7 Instill one to two drops four times daily. The recommended dosage regimen for the treatment of bacterial corneal ulcer is: Days 1 and 2 Instill one to two drops into the affected eye every 30 minutes, while awake. Awaken at approximately four and six hours after retiring and instill one to two drops. Days 3 through 7 to 9 Instill one to two drops hourly, while awake. Days 7 to 9 throughtreatment completion Instill one to two drops, four times daily.
Warnings & Precautions
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.
Contraindications
Ofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to ofloxacin, to other quinolones, or to any of the components in this medication (see Warnings).
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. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Rising Pharma Holdings, Inc. at 1-844-874-7464 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
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