Apo Ofloxacin

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.

The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Apo Ofloxacin (Ofloxacin-eent). If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Apo Ofloxacin (Ofloxacin-eent) with your doctor.

The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Apo Ofloxacin (Ofloxacin-eent). Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.

Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.

• blurred vision
• burning, redness, itching, dryness, tearing, or stinging of the eye
• eye/eyelid swelling
• dizziness
• nausea
• sensation of something in your eye
• sensitivity of eye to light
• swelling of the face

Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

• severe eye irritation
• symptoms of a new eye infection (e.g., eye discharge, redness, itchiness, or pain)

Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:

• signs of a severe skin reaction such as blistering, peeling, a large area of the body
• symptoms of a Anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction) (e.g., Hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of the face, eye, mouth, throat, or tongue)
• tendon pain or inflammation

Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Apo Ofloxacin (Ofloxacin-eent).

Each bottle contains a sterile ophthalmic solution of ofloxacin 0.3%. Nonmedicinal ingredients: benzalkonium chloride 0.005% (as preservative), sodium chloride, hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide to adjust the pH, and water for injection.

Do not use Apo Ofloxacin (Ofloxacin-eent) if you:

• are allergic to ofloxacin or any ingredients of Apo Ofloxacin (Ofloxacin-eent)
• are allergic to other quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin, Norfloxacin, moxifloxacin, levofloxacin)

There may be an interaction between ofloxacin eye drops and any of the following:

• other eye medications (e.g., drops or ointment)
• non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs; Diclofenac, Ibuprofen, Ketorolac, Naproxen)

If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:

• stop taking one of the medications,
• change one of the medications to another,
• change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
• leave everything as is.

An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.

Medications other than those listed above may interact with Apo Ofloxacin (Ofloxacin-eent). Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Apo Ofloxacin (Ofloxacin-eent).

Contact lenses: The safety and effectiveness of using Apo Ofloxacin (Ofloxacin-eent) while wearing contact lenses has not been established. In general, you should not wear contact lenses while you have an eye infection. The preservative in Apo Ofloxacin (Ofloxacin-eent) may cause discolouration of soft contact lenses.

New eye infections: The overgrowth of bacteria that are not affected by Apo Ofloxacin (Ofloxacin-eent) may occur and cause a new eye infection. If you experience symptoms of a new eye infection (e.g., eye redness, discharge, pain, or itching), contact your doctor.

Pregnancy: Apo Ofloxacin (Ofloxacin-eent) should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while using Apo Ofloxacin (Ofloxacin-eent), contact your doctor immediately.

Breast-feeding: The eye drop form of medication passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are using ofloxacin eye drops, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.

Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Apo Ofloxacin (Ofloxacin-eent) have not been established for children.