Oftaquix eye drops 0.5% 5ml

Oftaquix instruction for use

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Dosage form, composition

Oftaquix is a liquid homogeneous solution of light yellow color without a pronounced odor. Levofloxacin (Levofloxacin) in the form of a hemihydrate is an antibacterial active substance in drops. Additional substances are represented by the following ingredients:
    hydrochloric acid;
    benzalkonium chloride;
    sodium dioxide and chloride;
    purified water.
The medicinal solution is packaged in 5 ml polyethylene tubes. The bottle is equipped with a special built-in dropper dispenser for precise dosing of drops. The drug is in a branded cardboard box, which is accompanied by detailed instructions with all the characteristics.
The medication is produced by the pharmaceutical company Santen Pharmaceutical (Finland).

Mechanism of action

Levofloxacin is the L-isomer of the racemic drug substance ofloxacin. The substance acts selectively on pathogenic microorganisms. The active ingredient has the following effects:
    blocks DNA gyrase;
    blocks topoisomerase IV;
    violates supercoiling;
    disrupts the stitching of DNA breaks;
    inhibits DNA synthesis.
As a result, bacteria die due to deep morphological changes in their cytoplasm, cell walls and membranes.
The drug has proven to be effective against chlamydia, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, morkacella, haemophilus influenzae, Staphylococcus aureus, gonococcus, hemolytic streptococcus, pneumococcus, tubercle bacillus.
After instillation, the ophthalmic solution is evenly distributed over the surface of the cornea. The maximum concentration of the active substance in the tear film is observed after 4-6 hours. When applied topically, absorption is negligible. The maximum concentration of levofloxacin in the blood was detected on the fourth day from the start of therapy with a frequency of use 3 times a day.

Indications

Infectious eye diseases caused by gram-negative or gram-positive bacteria sensitive to levofloxacin are the main indication for the administration of Oftaquix drops. Ophthalmologists use them to treat the following diseases:
    inflammation of the conjunctiva - conjunctivitis;
    inflammation of the edges of the eyelids - blepharitis;
    inflammation of the cornea of ​​the eyes - keratitis;
    inflammation of the meibomian glands - meibomite (barley);
    inflammation in the lacrimal sac - dacryocystitis.
The pronounced antimicrobial effect of levofloxacin is also used after surgery on the tissues of the organ of vision (using a laser, or surgery).

Contraindications

Sensitivity to any component of the drug is the main contraindication to the use of Oftaquix drops. The drug can also not be used in the presence of such conditions:
    children's age up to a year;
    pregnancy;
    lactation period.
It is prescribed with caution to elderly patients, with renal and hepatic failure, chronic heart pathologies. Oftaquix is ​​indicated for children aged 1 year and older.

Method of administration, doses

Oftaquix eye drops are intended for topical use. The instructions for the drug indicate the standard scheme of use for infectious lesions of the organ of vision:
    1-2 drops every 2 hours on the first day;
    1-2 drops 4 times a day on the following days.
Instillation is recommended at regular intervals. The duration of therapy is determined by the attending physician. As a rule, the course does not exceed 5-7 days.

Side effects, overdose

Adverse effects during therapy are observed in 10% of patients. Burning, itching, discomfort, eye irritation and temporary blurred vision are the most common adverse reactions. Blepharitis, chemosis, conjunctival papillary reaction, rhinitis, headache, dizziness, skin rash, laryngeal edema are side effects that are rarely recorded by specialists. Their frequency of occurrence has not been studied.
Oftaquix is ​​a non-toxic drug. Overdose is unlikely even if the medicinal solution is accidentally swallowed. When a large dose of the solution is taken, they induce vomiting (wash the stomach), drink a tablet of any sorbent. In case of excessive contact with eye drops, rinse thoroughly with plenty of clean water.

Special recommendations

The official instructions indicate the following recommendations for the use of Oftaquix drops:
    Instillation should be carried out carefully, without touching the tip of the dropper to the mucous membrane and other contaminated surfaces.
    Do not bury Oftaquix in the anterior chamber of the eye. It is not recommended to use them when wearing soft contact lenses.
    If the medication is prescribed to patients of children and the elderly, the treatment regimen and dosage should be strictly observed.
    When the treatment involves the use of several drugs, a break of at least 10-15 minutes is taken between the introduction of drops.
    If no clinical improvement is observed during therapy, the drug should be discontinued.
    You cannot use drops for a long time, since there is a high probability of the appearance of bacterial strains that are resistant to the active antibacterial substance.
    After instillation in some patients, the clarity of vision is temporarily impaired, blurred appears. Such people should not drive immediately. It is necessary to wait until vision is restored.
The interaction of Oftaquix drops with other drugs, typical for systemic use, is clinically irrelevant.

Additional Information

The shelf life of a closed bottle of Oftaquix drops is 3 years from the date of manufacture. After opening the bottle, the solution is suitable for use within a month. After this period, the drug must be disposed of.
Store the medication in its original packaging in a dark place where direct sunlight does not fall. The optimum storage temperature is no higher than 25 ° C. It is strictly forbidden to freeze the ophthalmic solution. Be sure to restrict access to medicine for children and pets.

Consumer reviews

Regina, 33 years old
For conjunctivitis, the ophthalmologist prescribed these drops to me. It is necessary to bury 1-2 drops in a sore eye according to the scheme. This is what the doctor recommended to me. During treatment, no side effects occurred, although the instructions contain a whole list of unpleasant consequences. Drops help quickly! The inflammation disappeared after two days. The drops were completely eliminated in 5 days!
Ekaterina, 27 years old
A month ago, my daughter's eyes were inflamed, and she was diagnosed with conjunctivitis. The instructions indicate that children from a year can use these drops, but I was still worried (my daughter is allergic). I shouldn't have worried. She did not complain of unpleasant symptoms after instillation. The child was buried in the eyes of 2 drops before bedtime. In the morning I was very surprised that the irritation had passed, the redness had subsided. We were treated for only 2 days, this was enough for us.
Svetlana, 46 years old
My child often "brings" conjunctivitis from kindergarten. Previously, Okomistin always dripped. These drops didn't help this time. We consulted an ophthalmologist, who recommended dripping Oftaquix 3 times a day for 5 days. The antibiotic is levofloxacin. I noticed an improvement after the second instillation. After 2 days, the eyes became healthy again. The medicine was used for only 3 days. During the treatment my daughter felt well and did not complain. Now Oftaquix drops are always in the home medicine cabinet.

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