Dose adjustment in renal impairment
Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.
Leaflet OFTAQUIX 5mg / ml ophthalmic drops solution
- Product code:
- W58640001
- Quantity:
- 1
- Indicated for:
- bacterial infections
- Route of administration:
- ophthalmic
- Substance:
- levofloxacin (fluoroquinolone antibiotic)
- ATC
- S01AE05 — Sensory organs | Antiinfectives | Fluoroquinolones
Precautions:
Anaphylaxis
Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.
Colitis / severe diarrhea
Seek medical advice if severe or persistent diarrhea occurs.
Avoid milk, calcium, iron, or antacids
Do not take with milk, calcium, iron, magnesium, or antacids if separation is recommended.
Photosensitivity
Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight or UV radiation.
Major drug interactions
This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.
Neuropathy / neurotoxicity
This medicine may affect the nerves or nervous system.
Cardiac risk / QT prolongation / arrhythmias
This medicine may increase the risk of heart rhythm disturbances.
Seizure risk
This medicine may increase the risk of seizures.
Tendonitis / tendon rupture
Stop treatment and seek medical advice if tendon pain occurs.
Levofloxacin is an antibiotic from the fluoroquinolone class, used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. It is effective against respiratory tract infections (such as pneumonia and acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis), urinary tract infections, pyelonephritis, skin and soft tissue infections, and certain sinus infections.
This medication works by inhibiting bacterial enzymes essential for DNA replication, leading to the destruction of bacteria. It is important to use levofloxacin only for bacterial infections and not for viral infections, such as the common cold or flu.
Side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, or insomnia. In rare cases, more serious reactions can occur, such as tendinitis, tendon rupture, severe allergic reactions, or central nervous system disturbances. It is essential to take the medication as prescribed by a doctor, and patients should avoid excessive sun exposure during treatment, as it may increase skin sensitivity.
This medication works by inhibiting bacterial enzymes essential for DNA replication, leading to the destruction of bacteria. It is important to use levofloxacin only for bacterial infections and not for viral infections, such as the common cold or flu.
Side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, or insomnia. In rare cases, more serious reactions can occur, such as tendinitis, tendon rupture, severe allergic reactions, or central nervous system disturbances. It is essential to take the medication as prescribed by a doctor, and patients should avoid excessive sun exposure during treatment, as it may increase skin sensitivity.
General data about OFTAQUIX 5mg / ml
- Substance:
- levofloxacin
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-06-2021
- Product code:
- W58640001
- Concentration:
- 5mg / ml
- Pharmaceutical form:
- ophthalmic drops solution
- Quantity:
- 1
- Product type:
- Original
- Prescription status:
- P-6L — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.
Pharmaceutical forms available for levofloxacin
Concentrations available for levofloxacin
- 250mg
- 250mg/50ml
- 500mg
- 500mg/100ml
- 5mg/ml