Omeflox Eye Ointment 0.3% w/w

Omeflox Eye Ointment 0.3% w/w is a prescription eye antibiotic ointment that contains ofloxacin 0.3% as the active ingredient in each tube. It belongs to the fluoroquinolone class of antibiotics and is used to treat certain bacterial eye infections. This ointment is designed for use in the eye, where it helps stop susceptible bacteria from growing and spreading. Omeflox Eye Ointment 0.3% w/w is not for viral, fungal, or allergy-related eye problems.

How it works: Ofloxacin blocks bacterial enzymes that bacteria need to copy and repair their DNA, so the germs cannot multiply. As an ointment, Omeflox Eye Ointment 0.3% w/w coats the eye surface and can deliver the medicine locally where the infection is present.

The 0.3% ointment strength is a standard ophthalmic ofloxacin strength, and it is meant for people a clinician has confirmed need an antibiotic eye medicine. Compared with eye drops, the ointment form can stay on the eye surface longer and may feel greasier or blur vision briefly after application, which is why some doctors choose it for nighttime use or when longer contact time is helpful. Because there are no other listed strengths or forms of Omeflox in this product line, this 0.3% ointment is the exact prescribed presentation to follow.

• Bacterial conjunctivitis
• Bacterial blepharitis
• Corneal bacterial infection as prescribed
• Eye infection prevention after certain eye procedures if prescribed

• Wash your hands before and after using Omeflox Eye Ointment 0.3% w/w.
• Tilt your head back, pull down the lower eyelid, and place a small ribbon of ointment into the pocket inside the eyelid.
• Do not let the tube tip touch your eye, fingers, or any surface to avoid contamination.
• Close your eye gently for 1 to 2 minutes after applying the ointment.
• Expect blurred vision for a short time after use; avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision clears.
• If you also use eye drops, wait at least 5 to 10 minutes between products unless your prescriber gives different directions; ointment is often used last.

Omeflox Eye Ointment 0.3% w/w delivers ofloxacin 0.3% in each tube, and the exact amount and frequency depend on the infection and your prescriber’s instructions. It is commonly used several times a day at first, but the doctor decides how often and for how long; there is no one universal maximum daily dose for every patient because eye dosing is individualized. Use only the amount prescribed for this 0.3% ointment and finish the course unless your clinician tells you to stop.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Ofloxacin may include:

• Temporary blurred vision after application
• Mild eye burning or stinging
• Eye irritation or discomfort
• Itchy or watery eyes
• Unpleasant taste in the mouth after use
• Redness of the eye or eyelid

• Use only for bacterial eye infections confirmed or suspected by a clinician; it will not help with viruses or allergies.
• Do not wear contact lenses during an active eye infection unless your doctor says otherwise.
• The ointment can blur vision temporarily, so be careful with driving or tasks that need clear sight right after use.
• Tell your clinician if you have had tendon problems, nerve problems, or a serious reaction to any fluoroquinolone antibiotic before using ofloxacin.
• Use caution if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or treating a young child, since the prescriber needs to weigh benefits and risks.
• Do not touch the tube tip to the eye or skin, or the medicine may become contaminated.
• If symptoms worsen or do not improve as directed, contact your prescriber promptly.

• Other eye medicines, including drops and ointments, may need to be spaced apart to avoid washing out the medicine.
• Using contact lenses with an active eye infection may interfere with healing and can worsen irritation.
• Medicines in the fluoroquinolone class can interact with certain oral drugs, so tell your clinician about all antibiotics and supplements you use.
• If you use multiple ophthalmic products, the order of use matters; ointments are typically applied last unless told otherwise.

Store Omeflox Eye Ointment 0.3% w/w tightly closed at room temperature and keep the tube protected from heat, moisture, and contamination.