Details
Benefits:
- Prescribed for bacterial eye infections
- Broad-spectrum antibiotic treatment
- For cats and dogs
- Easy to use dropper top bottle
Cautions:
Read and follow the prescription label carefully.
Give the exact amount prescribed by your veterinarian and only as often as directed. Give this medication for the full length of time your veterinarian prescribed it.
Do not skip doses or stop giving the medication without consulting your veterinarian, contact your veterinarian if you feel your pet is not getting bettter.
If your pet requires more than one medication in the same eye, administer the medications 5 minutes apart. If you are having difficulty applying the medication, contact your veterinarian. Ideally, give this medication at the same times daily.
Storage and Warnings:
Ofloxacin ophthalmic should be stored in a childproof container in a cool, dry place at room temperature away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep this and all medication out of reach of children and pets. Call your physician immediately if you accidentally take this product.
Potential Side Effects:
This medication may cause the eye to sting for a short period after application, squinting and tearing and a bad taste in the mouth including nausea.
This medication can cause allergic reactions
This medication can cause local irritation resulting in redness and swelling of the tissues surrounding the eye Prolonged use of any antibiotic may lead to the development of bacterial resistance and overgrowth of other organisms
If these symptoms persist or you notice anything else unusual, contact your veterinarian
Possible Drug Interactions:
Do not give new food or medications without first talking to your veterinarian If your pet experiences any unusual reactions when taking multiple medications, contact your veterinarian
Instructions
Administration Tips:
It is important to follow your Veterinarian's prescription instructions for your pet.
Read and follow the prescription label carefully.
Give the exact amount prescribed and only as often as directed.
Give this medication for as long as your veterinarian directs.
Do not skip doses or stop giving the medication without consulting your veterinarian.
Dose adjustments may be made based upon an assessment of how your dog or cat is responding clinically.
If your pet requires more than one medication in the same eye, administer the medications 5 minutes apart.
If your pet requires more than one medication, discuss with your veterinarian if it is preferable to administer drops before ointments.
If you are having difficulty applying the medication, contact your veterinarian.
Call ahead for refills.
Ideally, give this medication at the same time(s) daily.
Administration:
Wash your hands before applying any eye medication
Check label directions and shake bottle if necessary
Remove excess discharge from around the eye with a moistened cloth
Remove the cap and avoid contaminating the tip of the medication bottle with the environment or your fingers
Tilt your pet's head back so that they are looking up towards the ceiling
Gently hold the eyelids open and with the other hand holding the medication bottle, rest your hand above the eye
Be sure that the tip of the medication bottle is not pointed towards the eye in case of any sudden movements
Ensure that the tip of the medication bottle does not touch your pet's eye, eyelids, or lashes
Apply the correct amount of drops into the eye
Continue to hold your pet's head up and allow them to blink to distribute the drops over the entire eye
Place the cap back on the medication bottle and avoid contaminating the inside of the cap with your fingers
Wash your hands after applying any eye medication
Always praise and reward your pet to encourage cooperation
