Leaflet OKACIN 3mg / ml ophthalmic drops solution

Indicated for: bacterial infections

Route of administration: ophthalmic

Substance: lomefloxacin (fluoroquinolone antibiotic)

ATC: S01AX17 (Sensory organs | Antiinfectives | Other antiinfectives)

Precautions:
Dose adjustment in renal impairment
Dose adjustment in renal impairment

Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.

Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis

Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.

Colitis / severe diarrhea
Colitis / severe diarrhea

Seek medical advice if severe or persistent diarrhea occurs.

Avoid milk, calcium, iron, or antacids
Avoid milk, calcium, iron, or antacids

Do not take with milk, calcium, iron, magnesium, or antacids if separation is recommended.

Photosensitivity
Photosensitivity

Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight or UV radiation.

Major drug interactions
Major drug interactions

This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.

Neuropathy / neurotoxicity
Neuropathy / neurotoxicity

This medicine may affect the nerves or nervous system.

Cardiac risk / QT prolongation / arrhythmias
Cardiac risk / QT prolongation / arrhythmias

This medicine may increase the risk of heart rhythm disturbances.

Seizure risk
Seizure risk

This medicine may increase the risk of seizures.

Tendonitis / tendon rupture
Tendonitis / tendon rupture

Stop treatment and seek medical advice if tendon pain occurs.

Lomefloxacin is an antibiotic from the fluoroquinolone class, used to treat bacterial infections. It is effective against a wide range of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria and is primarily used for urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, and some skin infections.

Lomefloxacin works by inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, enzymes essential for bacterial DNA replication and repair, leading to bacterial destruction. It is available in tablet form and is taken orally as directed by a doctor.

Side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, headaches, increased sensitivity to light (photosensitivity), or, in rare cases, severe allergic reactions. Prolonged or improper use may lead to bacterial resistance. It is important to take the medication as prescribed and avoid excessive sun exposure during treatment.

General data about OKACIN 3mg / ml

  • Substance: lomefloxacin
  • Date of latest medicines list: 01-07-2013
  • Product code: W13215002
  • Concentration: 3mg / ml
  • Pharmaceutical form: ophthalmic drops solution
  • Quantity: 1
  • Product type: Original
  • Prescription status: P-RF - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.

Pharmaceutical forms available for lomefloxacin

Concentrations available for lomefloxacin

  • 3mg/ml
  • 400mg