Oftal Eye Ointment

Oftal Eye Ointment 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. 

Oftal Eye Ointment 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 Oftal Eye Ointment as prescribed by your doctor. Oftal Eye Ointment is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use Oftal Eye Ointment 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 Oftal Eye Ointment 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 Oftal Eye Ointment or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Oftal Eye Ointment 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 Oftal Eye Ointment. Drive only if your vision is clear, as Oftal Eye Ointment may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after use. You are advised to remove soft contact lenses before using Oftal Eye Ointment.

Oftal Eye Ointment contains Ofloxacin, which is used to treat bacterial eye infections. Oftal Eye Ointment 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.

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

If you are allergic to Oftal Eye Ointment or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Oftal Eye Ointment 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 Oftal Eye Ointment. Drive only if your vision is clear as Oftal Eye Ointment may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after using. You are advised to remove soft contact lenses before using Oftal Eye Ointment. Do not touch the tip of the container to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Oftal Eye Ointment and cause eye infections. 

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

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found. 

• WARFARIN
• CYCLOSPORINE
• THEOPHYLLINE

• 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.

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.