BOFOX EYE DROPS 5 ML
Benzalkonium Chloride solution I.P. 0.05 mg.
Composition
Ofloxacin USP 3.0 MG.
Benzalkonium Chloride solution I.P. 0.05 mg.
(as preservative)
Sterile aqueous vehicle q.s
Dosage form
Eye drops-ophthalmic solution
Description
Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibacterial inhibits
DNA gyrase which is responsible for the replication of bacteria.
Indications
Bofox Eye Drops is indicated for the treatment
of bacterial conjunctivitis, keratitis, pre & post operatively.
Dosage
In mild to moderate infections: Instil one or two drops into the affected eye(s)
every 4 hours.
In severe infections: Instil 2 drops into the eye(s) hourly until improvement is
obtained following which treatment should be reduced.
Contraindications
Bofox is Contraindicated in patients with
known hypersensitivity to any of the components of the drugs.
Special precautions
As with any anti infective prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non susceptible
bacteria, including fungi. If super infection occurs and clinical improvement is
not noticed in 7 days, the use of bofox must be discontinued and appropriate alternative
therapy initiated.
Nursing mothers
It is not known whether Bofox is excreted
in human milk following topical administration, because of the potential of serious
adverse reactions from Bofox in nursing infants, a decision should be made whether
to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance
of the drug to the mother.
Adverse effects
Transient ocular burning or discomfort, stinging , redness may occur.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place. Protect from light.
Presentation
Bofox eye drops is available in sterile
plastic bottle of 5 ml.
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