Levox Eye/Ear Drops

Composition Levofloxacin (0.3% w/v)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack bottle of 5 ml Eye/Ear Drops
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Fluoroquinolone
Action Class Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones
Habbit Forming No
Manufacturer Biomedica International
Manufacturer address Industrial Complex, Humbran, Ludhiana-141110, Punjab

Levox Eye/Ear Drops is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

It may cause application site irritation and burning sensation immediately following application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. While using for eye infections, it may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines. Do not wear contact lenses while using it.

Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections
Treatment of Bacterial infections

This medicine is for external use only.Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.

Levox Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye/ear infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.

If you miss a dose of Levox Eye/Ear Drops, 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.

You have been prescribed Levox Eye/Ear Drops for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye/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, to avoid contamination.

You should continue using the medicine for 48 hours after your symptoms have cleared up. However, use only as per the duration advised by your doctor. 

Talk to your doctor if your symptoms haven’t started to improve within two days of starting treatment, if they get worse during treatment or if you get another eye /ear infection.

Throw away any medicine left at the end of the course.

If using Levox Eye/Ear Drops for eye: Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.

Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.

It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.

Q. Is Levox Eye/Ear Drops safe?

Levox Eye/Ear Drops is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Levox Eye/Ear Drops?

If you forget a dose of Levox Eye/Ear Drops, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Q. Can I stop taking Levox Eye/Ear Drops when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Levox Eye/Ear Drops and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. If you stop using Levox Eye/Ear Drops too early, the symptoms may return or worsen. Continue taking Levox Eye/Ear Drops in the dose and duration advised by the doctor.

Q. Can the use of Levox Eye/Ear Drops increase the risk of muscle damage?

Yes, the use of Levox Eye/Ear Drops is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle. Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Levox Eye/Ear Drops but it may be more significant in people above 60 years of age. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

In Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections

Levox Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic medicine. It stops the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching, soreness, or ear discharge caused due to eye/ear infections.The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Levox Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues in adults and children. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.show moreshow less

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

Diarrhea

Constipation

Nausea

Dizziness

Headache

Burning sensation

Application site irritation

Alcohol:

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Levox Eye/Ear Drops is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Levox Eye/Ear Drops is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving:UNSAFE

Levox Eye/Ear Drops may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:

No interaction found/established

Liver:

No interaction found/established

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