Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop

Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines called fluoroquinolone antibiotics used to treat bacterial eye infections. It is also used to treat corneal ulcers. Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.
 
Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop contains Norfloxacin, that works by inhibiting DNA-gyrase, an essential enzyme involved in DNA replication. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections.
 
In some cases, Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop may cause eye stinging, itchiness, irritation, blurred vision, swelling, tearing, and sensitivity to light. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Consult your doctor before using Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding whilst on treatment with Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop. Do not touch the tip of the dispensing container as it may contaminate the contents. Keep your doctor informed regarding your health condition and ongoing medications to prevent any side effects/interactions.

Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines called fluoroquinolone antibiotics used to treat bacterial eye infections. It is also used to treat corneal ulcers. Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop contains Norfloxacin, which works by inhibiting DNA-gyrase, an essential enzyme involved in DNA replication. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections. Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

• Eye Stinging
• Itchiness
• Irritation
• Blurred Vision
• Swelling
• Tearing
• Sensitivity to light 

Do not use Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop if you are allergic to any of its components or if you have viral or fungal eye infections. Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop is for ophthalmic (eye) use only. Do not inject or swallow Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop. Avoid touching the tip of the dispensing container as it may contaminate the contents. Inform your doctor if you have an eye injury. Consult your doctor before using Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor. 

Drug-Drug Interactions: Ofin 0.3% Eye Drop may interact with immunosuppressant (cyclosporine).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found/established.

• CYCLOSPORINE

• Wash your hands regularly. Avoid touching the eyes with dirty hands. 
• Avoid rubbing the eyes.
• Avoid sharing eye makeup such as eyeliner, mascara or kohl.
• Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.
• Regularly wash and change the pillowcases.
• If you wear contact lens: Clean and replace contact lens more often. Never share contact lens. Remember to wash your hands before inserting and after removing the contact lens. 
• Avoid staring at digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes for every 20 minutes.
• Blink regularly as it helps in the spread of hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.

Bacterial eye infections: Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea. Symptoms of an infection include red eye, pain, discharge, watery/dry eyes, swelling, itching, and sensitivity to light. The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, and keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the infection/inflammation of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. A stye is a bump on the eyelid or base of eyelashes. Keratitis is the inflammation of the cornea. It is a common problem in people who wear contact lenses.