Lomeflox 0.3%0.30%
Eye/Ear Drops
Aristopharma Limited
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Lomeflox 0.3% may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the deve... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Lomeflox 0.3% is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. |
| Driving | SAFE Lomeflox 0.3% does not usually affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Lomeflox 0.3% is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the furt... View More
Uses of Lomeflox 0.3%
- Bacterial eye infections
Side effects of Lomeflox 0.3%
- Burning sensation in eye
How to use Lomeflox 0.3%
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 Lomeflox 0.3% works
Lomeflox 0.3% is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the actio... View More
What if you forget to take Lomeflox 0.3%?
If you miss a dose of Lomeflox 0.3%, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to ... View More
- You have been prescribed Lomeflox 0.3% 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
Otitis media, Bacterial Conjunctivitis, Otitis externa
Adult Dose
Ophthalmic Bacterial conjunctivitis Adults At the beginning of therapy on day 1: Instill 5 drops into the conjunctival sac within 20 minutes. The... View More
Child Dose
Ophthalmic Bacterial conjunctivitis Adults At the beginning of therapy on day 1: Instill 5 drops into the conjunctival sac within 20 minutes. The... View More
Contraindication
Lomefloxacin is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Lomefloxacin, quinolone or any other components of this product.
Mode of Action
Lomefloxacin promotes breakage of double-stranded DNA in susceptible organisms and inhibits DNA gyrase, which is essential in reproduction of bacterial ... View More
Precaution
Long term treatment with antibiotics may enhance development of secondary fungal infections or may support growth of non-susceptible bacteria. Contact l... View More
Side Effect
Mild, transient sensation of burning, irritation or pain may be experienced on instillation.
Interaction
Reduced bioavailability with sucralfate, antacids containing magnesium or aluminium, vitamin or mineral supplements containing iron. Increased serum lev... View More
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