Evo0.50%
Eye Drops
Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Evo is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some ... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Evo is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. |
| Driving | UNSAFE Evo may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Evo is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth... View More
Uses of Evo
- Bacterial eye infections
Side effects of Evo
- Eye irritation
- Burning sensation
How to use Evo
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the ... View More
How Evo works
Evo is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bac... View More
What if you forget to take Evo?
If you miss a dose of Evo, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regul... View More
- You have been prescribed Evo for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.
- Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
- Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the medication.
Indication
Bacterial conjunctivitis, Ocular infections
Adult Dose
Ophthalmic Bacterial conjunctivitis Adults: Days 1 and 2: Instill 1-2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 2 hours while awake, up to 8 times per day.... View More
Child Dose
Ophthalmic Bacterial conjunctivitis Children 1 year of age and older: Days 1 and 2: Instill 1-2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 2 hours while awa... View More
Contraindication
Levofloxacin is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to levofloxacin, quinolone antimicrobial agents, or any other components ... View More
Mode of Action
Levofloxacin exerts antibacterial action by inhibiting bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase, the enzymes required for DNA replication, transcriptio... View More
Precaution
Hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or other quinolones. Contaminating the applicator tip with material from the eye, fingers or other source. Lactation... View More
Side Effect
Transient decrease in vision,Transient ocular burning,Ocular pain or discomfort,Foreign body sensation,Headache,Fever,Pharyngitis,Photophobia,Allergic r... View More
Interaction
Additive effects on QT interval prolongation w/ class IA (e.g. quinidine, procainamide) or class III (amiodarone, sotalol) antiarrhythmics, fluoxetine o... View More
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