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Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml Substitute
Verified Ingredients and Effects
Composition:
OFLOXACIN-0.3%W/V
Uses:
Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections. The detailed uses of Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml are as follows:<br/> • Bacterial eye infections: Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye such as conjunctivitis caused by bacteria.<br/>• Corneal Ulcers: Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml is also used to treat corneal ulcers, especially those caused by bacterial infections.<br/>• Post-Surgical Infection Prevention: Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml may be used to prevent infection after certain eye surgeries like cataract surgery by controlling harmful bacteria in the eye.<br/>
Medicinal Benefits:
Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml contains Ofloxacin, which is used to treat bacterial eye infections. Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml inhibits DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme), which is involved in repairing and replicating the DNA (genetic material) of bacteria. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats the infection.
FAQs
Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml treats bacterial eye infections, including conjunctivitis and cornea ulcers. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is a common bacterial infection associated with the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid.
Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml works by inhibiting DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) involved in repairing and replicating the DNA (genetic material) of bacteria. Thereby, kills bacteria and clears the infection.
You are not recommended to wear contact lenses while using Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml as it contains benzalkonium chloride, a preservative that changes the colour of contact lens as it may be absorbed by soft contact lens. Benzalkonium chloride also causes irritation in the eye especially if you have disorders of cornea (transparent layer at the front of eye) or dry eyes. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before using Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml and reinsert them after 15 minutes after using Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml. Also, inform your doctor if you experience pain, stinging or abnormal sensation in the eye after using Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml.
Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after using. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.
Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml is not used to treat fungal infection in the eye. Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml is only used to treat bacterial eye infections.
You are not recommended to stop using Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection. Therefore, use Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while using Exocin Opthalmic Solution 5 ml, please consult your doctor.
