Manufacturer: Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Ofloxacin
Packet of 5ml Ear Drop
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Ofdol Ear Drop is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Hold the dropper close to the ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the ear. Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your ear, to avoid contamination. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
This medicine generally has minimal or no side effects. However, it may cause dizziness, taste chance, irritation in the ear, or ear pain. If you experience any of these side effects which does not resolve on their own or get worse, consult with your doctor.
Ofdol Ear Drop is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial ear infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.
The pharmacokinetics of ofloxacin are characterised by almost complete bioavailability (95 to 100%), peak serum concentrations in the range of 2 to 3 mg/L after a 400mg oral dose and an average half-life of 5 to 8h.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ofdol
Ear pain
Nausea
Headache
Diarrhea
diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria
diabetes
low blood sugar
dehydration
low amount of potassium in the blood
a low seizure threshold
a painful condition that affects the nerves in the legs and arms called peripheral neuropathy
myasthenia gravis, a skeletal muscle disorder
torsades de pointes, a type of abnormal heart rhythm
prolonged QT interval on EKG
abnormal EKG with QT changes from birth
severe liver disease
kidney transplant
inflammation of a tendon
rupture of a tendon
seizures
moderate to severe kidney impairment
lung transplant
heart transplant
dissection of the aorta
aneurysm of aorta
Marfan syndrome
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
Loeys-Dietz syndrome
Ofdol Ear Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Ofdol Ear Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
To reduce the amount of Ofdol Ear Drop that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Ofloxacin is a broad-spectrum fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections that cause bronchitis, pneumonia, chlamydia, gonorrhea, skin infections, urinary tract infections, and infections of the prostate. Ofloxacin is available under the following different brand names: Floxin.
colitis.
CNS disorders.
myasthenia gravis.
peripheral neuropathy.
QT interval prolongation.
tendonitis.
crystalluria.
diabetes.
Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside ear.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Ofdol Ear Drop, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
You have been prescribed Ofdol Ear Drop for the treatment of bacterial infections of the ear.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your ear, to avoid contamination.
It should not be used for longer than one week.
Lie with the affected ear uppermost for at least ten minutes after putting the drops to avoid the drops running out.
Discard after 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside ear.
Q. Can the use of Ofdol Ear Drop cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Ofdol Ear Drop can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. Can I stop taking Ofdol Ear Drop when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Ofdol Ear Drop and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Q. Can the use of Ofdol Ear Drop increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Ofdol Ear Drop is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Ofdol Ear Drop. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
