Ocular infections:
Indications for: Levofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution
Susceptible bacterial conjunctivitis.
Adults and Children:
<6yrs: not established. ≥6yrs: 1–2 drops in affected eye(s) every 2hrs while awake (max 8 times/day) on days 1 and 2, then 1–2 drops every 4hrs while awake (max 4 times/day) on days 3–7.
Levofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution Warnings/Precautions:
Discontinue if superinfection or hypersensitivity occurs. Avoid contact lenses during therapy or if symptomatic. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Levofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution Classification:
Quinolone.
Adverse Reactions:
Transient decreased vision, ocular burning, pain or discomfort, fever, foreign body sensation, headache, pharyngitis, photophobia.
Note:
Formerly known under the brand name Quixin.
How Supplied:
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