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Ofotech Eye Drops 10 ml

Ofotech Eye Drops 10 ml

Prescription drug
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Wings Pharmacuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Ofotech Eye Drops

Ofotech Eye Drops is used to treat bacterial eye infections, including conjunctivitis and ulcers of the cornea. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is a common bacterial eye infection associated with the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. 

Ofotech Eye Drops contains Ofloxacin, which works by inhibiting DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) that is involved in repairing and replicating the DNA (genetic material) of bacteria. Thereby, it kills bacteria and clears infection.

Use Ofotech Eye Drops as prescribed by your doctor. Ofotech Eye Drops is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use Ofotech Eye Drops for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dry eyes, blurred vision, eye discomfort, eye redness, mild itching, or irritation in the eye. Most of these side effects of Ofotech Eye Drops do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Ofotech Eye Drops or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Ofotech Eye Drops should be used for children only in doses as advised by the doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before using Ofotech Eye Drops. Drive only if your vision is clear, as Ofotech Eye Drops may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after use. You are advised to remove soft contact lenses before using Ofotech Eye Drops.

Uses of Ofotech Eye Drops

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Medicinal Benefits

Ofotech Eye Drops contains Ofloxacin, which is used to treat bacterial eye infections. Ofotech Eye Drops inhibits DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme), which is involved in repairing and replicating the DNA (genetic material) of bacteria. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats the infection.

Directions for Use

This medicine is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using Ofotech Eye Drops. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate the product.Eye drops: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Replace the outer cap after use. Eye ointment: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Squeeze a tiny amount of the ointment into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ofotech Eye Drops

  • Dry eyes
  • Blurred vision
  • Eye discomfort
  • Eye redness
  • Mild itching
  • Irritation in the eye

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Ofotech Eye Drops or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Ofotech Eye Drops should be used for children only in doses as advised by the doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before using Ofotech Eye Drops. Drive only if your vision is clear as Ofotech Eye Drops may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after using. You are advised to remove soft contact lenses before using Ofotech Eye Drops. Do not touch the tip of the container to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Ofotech Eye Drops and cause eye infections. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor if you are using blood thinners (warfarin), immunosuppressant (cyclosporine) and bronchodilator (theophylline) before using Ofotech Eye Drops.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found. 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • THEOPHYLLINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Sleep for a minimum of 6 to 8 hours to rejuvenate your eyes naturally.

  • Wash your eyes with clean water at least two to three times a day. Do not wash your eyes if you have undergone any eye surgery for at least 2 weeks. 

  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial eye infections: The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, or keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the infection or inflammation of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. It is a highly contagious infection that is spread by secretions of the eye. Symptoms include redness, itching, and discharge or crusting around the eye. A stye is a bump on the eyelid, which is also a common eye condition. Keratitis is the inflammation of the cornea that occurs due to frequent use of contact lenses, injury, diabetes, or surgery.

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of alcohol with Ofotech Eye Drops is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Ofotech Eye Drops.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant. Ofotech Eye Drops is prescribed to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Ofotech Eye Drops is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Ofotech Eye Drops may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after using. Therefore, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Ofotech Eye Drops in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Ofotech Eye Drops in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Caution

Ofotech Eye Drops is recommended for children above one year of age if prescribed by the doctor and should be used in doses advised by the doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

D-6 Udyog Nagar Industrial Area, Near Peera Garhi Metro Station, Delhi-110041
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FAQs

Ofotech Eye Drops treats bacterial eye infections, including conjunctivitis and cornea ulcers. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is a common bacterial infection associated with the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid.
Ofotech Eye Drops works by inhibiting DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) involved in repairing and replicating the DNA (genetic material) of bacteria. Thereby, kills bacteria and clears the infection.
You are not recommended to wear contact lenses while using Ofotech Eye Drops as it contains benzalkonium chloride, a preservative that changes the colour of contact lens as it may be absorbed by soft contact lens. Benzalkonium chloride also causes irritation in the eye especially if you have disorders of cornea (transparent layer at the front of eye) or dry eyes. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before using Ofotech Eye Drops and reinsert them after 15 minutes after using Ofotech Eye Drops. Also, inform your doctor if you experience pain, stinging or abnormal sensation in the eye after using Ofotech Eye Drops.
Ofotech Eye Drops may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after using. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.
Ofotech Eye Drops is not used to treat fungal infection in the eye. Ofotech Eye Drops is only used to treat bacterial eye infections.
You are not recommended to stop using Ofotech Eye Drops without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection. Therefore, use Ofotech Eye Drops for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while using Ofotech Eye Drops, please consult your doctor.

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