Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for OFLOXAMAC D 0.3%W/V/0.1%W/V/0.02%W/V EYE DPS and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Disease Interactions
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for OFLOXAMAC D 0.3%W/V/0.1%W/V/0.02%W/V EYE DPS
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Overview
OFLOXAMAC D 0.3%W/V/0.1%W/V/0.02%W/V EYE DPS is a Schedule H antibiotic.OFLOXAMAC D 0.3%W/V/0.1%W/V/0.02%W/V EYE DPS is composed of: BECLOMETASONE (0.1 %W/V), BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE (0.02 %W/V), OFLOXACIN (0.3 %W/V)
Beclomethasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Beclomethasone inhalation is used to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children who are at least 5 years old. This medication will not treat an asthma attack that has already begun.
Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Ofloxacin is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, lungs, prostate, or urinary tract (bladder and kidneys). Ofloxacin is also used to treat pelvic inflammatory disease and Chlamydia and/or gonorrhea.
Fluoroquinolone antibiotics can cause serious or disabling side effects that may not be reversible. Ofloxacin should be used only for infections that cannot be treated with a safer antibiotic.
Usage
BECLOMETASONE is generally used to treat: AsthmaOFLOXACIN is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Deep Skin Infection, Urinary Tract Infection, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 5yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
Precautions for OFLOXAMAC D 0.3%W/V/0.1%W/V/0.02%W/V EYE DPS and its Constituents
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of tuberculosis (TB), chickenpox, liver, kidney or heart disease, sugar,
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of joint problems, rheumatoid arthritis, heart, kidney, or lung transplant; Alzheimer disease, seizures, stroke, central nervous system disorder, heart, liver, or kidney disease, decrease in blood minerals, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or light-headedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid exposure to sunlight. It may affect blood sugar level; monitor sugar level regularly. Avoid alcohol consumption. Avoid long-term use of this medication;
Symptoms of Overdosage
BECLOMETASONE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty BreathingCommon Side-Effects
BECLOMETASONE : Body Pain, Cough, Difficulty Breathing, Throat Soreness, Fever, Runny Nose, Difficulty SwallowingOFLOXACIN : Diarrhoea, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Nausea, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Difficulty Sleeping
Serious Side-Effects
OFLOXACIN : Easy Bruising, Fever, Throat Soreness, Fatigue (tiredness), Abdomen Pain, Vomit, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Fainting, Irregular HeartbeatRare Side-Effects
OFLOXACIN : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching, Face SwellingDisease Interactions
OFLOXACIN can interfere with: CNS Disorder, Myasthenia Gravis, Heart Arrhythmias, Hypokalemia, Ischemic Heart Disease, Magnesium Deficiency, Congestive Heart Disease, Supraspinatus Tendonitis, Colitis, Gastroenteritis, Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Diabetes Mellitus, Acute Renal FailureTechnical Classification
BECLOMETASONE is categorized as: INHALED CORTICOSTEROIDS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTSOFLOXACIN is categorized as: QUINOLONES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
Available Alternatives for OFLOXAMAC D 0.3%W/V/0.1%W/V/0.02%W/V EYE DPS
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
OFLOXAMAC D 0.3%W/V/0.1%W/V/0.02%W/V EYE DPS | INR 9.45 for 5 ML EYE DROP | BECLOMETASONE 0.1 %W/V, BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 0.02 %W/V, OFLOXACIN 0.3 %W/V |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
OFLO DM 0.3%W/V/0.1%W/V/0.01%W/V EYE DPS | INR 10.95 for 10 ML EYE DROP | BECLOMETASONE 0.1 %W/V, BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 0.01 %W/V, OFLOXACIN 0.3 %W/V |
OFLOX D 0.3% W/V/0.1% W/V/0.01% W/V EYE DPS | INR 12 for 5 ML EYE DROP | BECLOMETASONE 0.1 %W/V, BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 0.01 %W/V, OFLOXACIN 0.3 %W/V |