[Levofloxacin Eye Ointment]_benefits_effects_uses

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Levofloxacin Eye Ointment

Levofloxacin Eye Ointment, the scope of application is: Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Enterococcus, Gram-negative bacilli, Moraxella, Corynebacterium, Klebsiella, Pseudomonas, Shigella, Moraxella, Pasteurella, Providencia, Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus conjunctivae (Koch-Weiss), Pseudomonas, Pseudomonas alli, Xanthomonas maltophilia, Acinetobacter, Propionibacterium, Mycoplasma positive. Follow the web editor to understand Levofloxacin Eye Ointment in depth below.  

Characteristics  

This product is a yellowish ophthalmic ointment.  

Indications  

Sensitization bacteria: Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Enterococcus, Gram-negative bacilli, Moraxella, Corynebacterium, Klebsiella, Serratia, Pseudomonas, Pseudomonas alli, Pseudomonas maltophilia, Acinetobacter, Propionibacterium, Mycoplasma positive.  

Indications: For the treatment of blepharitis, external palpebral腺炎adenitis, dacryocystitis, conjunctivitis, internal palpebral腺炎adenitis, keratitis (including corneal ulcer), and for the application of aseptic prophylactic therapy during ophthalmic perioperative periods.  

Specification  

3.5g: 10.5mg (based on levofloxacin)  

Usage and Dosage  

Generally, apply appropriately to the conjunctival sac 3 times a day. Adjustments can be made according to the condition.  

Side effects  

Among a total of 2360 cases of research and post-marketing application status research before and after the approval of the product, 14 cases (0.59%) were found to have side effects. The key side effects were itching of the upper eyelid in 3 cases (0.13%), swelling of the upper eyelid in 3 cases (0.13%), conjunctivitis in 2 cases (0.08%), conjunctival congestion in 2 cases (0.08%), pain around the eyes in 2 cases (0.08%), and redness of the eyelids in 2 cases (0.08%) (up to the end of recheck).  

1. Severe side effects:  

Shock, allergic skin reactions: There is a possibility of causing shock and allergic skin reactions, and sufficient observation should be carried out. When symptoms such as rash, itching, breathing difficulties, decreased blood pressure, and eyelid edema are found, medication should be discontinued and proper treatment should be given.  

2. Other side effects: Proper treatment should be adopted when side effects are found, such as discontinuing medication.  

Contraindications  

Patients with a history of skin allergy to the ingredients of this product and quinolone macrolide antibacterial Chinese medicine preparations.  

Common questions  

1. This product should not be used for a long time. Sand eye patients generally take medication for 8 weeks, and caution should be exercised when taking medication again. In order to avoid the emergence of multidrug-resistant bacteria, the sensitivity should be determined normally, and the duration of medication should be limited to the minimum time required for the treatment of the disease.  

2. This product is only for eye application.  

Medication during pregnancy and lactation  

Medication can only be given to pregnant women or women who may be pregnant when the benefits of treatment outweigh the potential risks. (The safety coefficient during pregnancy has not been established)  

Pediatric medication  

Overseas materials show that according to the survey report of medication for 377 children under the age of 15, no side effects were found.  

Elderly medication  

Generally, the physiological function of the elderly is reduced, and attention should be paid to giving reduced medication.  

Drug interactions  

Not yet established.