Oflacin 0.30% Drop (Ofloxacin 0.30%)

INTRODUCTION

OXOP 0.30% contains Ofloxacin which belongs to a group of medicines called quinolone antibiotics. It is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections targeting the eyes, ears, nose, throat, lungs, skin and urinary tract infections in children. It is also a part of the multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) treatment regimen. Ofloxacin is in a class of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones which works against bacteria that cause infections and stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection.

The dose and frequency will be depending upon the type and severity of the infection, your child’s age, and body weight, so stick to the dose, time, and duration prescribed by the doctor. In some cases, minor and temporary side effects may be experienced after the intake of this medicine. These include nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, rash and headache.

Usually, these effects subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, in case of prolonged or bothersome events, it would be best to consult your doctor without any delay. Tell your doctor about your child’s complete medical history including any previous episode of allergy, heart-problem, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

USES OF OXOP 0.30%

Treats Bacterial infections

HOW OXOP 0.30% WORKS

Ofloxacin stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection thus prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing and spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always give OXOP 0.30% to your child as instructed by your doctor. Shake well before use.

SIDE EFFECTS OF OXOP 0.30%

This medicine does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

KIDNEY
OXOP 0.30% should be used with caution if your child have any kidney disease, if needed dose will be adjusted accordingly. Consult your doctor for advice.

LIVER
OXOP 0.30% should be used with caution if your child have any liver disease, if needed dose will be adjusted accordingly. Consult your doctor for advice.

ALLERGY
Tell your doctor if your child is allergic (hypersensitive) to Ofloxacin.

HEART DISEASE

OXOP 0.30% should be used with caution if your child have any heart disease, if needed dose will be adjusted accordingly. Consult your doctor for advice.

OTHERS

Inform your doctor before taking this medicine, if your child has or had,

Any disease conditions

INTERACTIONS

Tell your doctor if your child is taking any medicines including prescription, non-prescription and herbal supplements.