Pregnancy interaction

• Be careful when using OFRON-D Eye/Ear Drop when pregnant.
• If used for a long time, dexamethasone (a corticosteroid) could be dangerous.
• Only use if your doctor tells you to and the benefits outweigh the hazards.

FAQs for Medicine?
 

Q1. What is the purpose of OFRON-D Eye/Ear Drop?
It is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes and ears that cause swelling.

Q2. What does the "D" in OFRON-D stand for?
"D" stands for Dexamethasone, which helps with swelling, redness, and inflammation.

Q3. Is it safe to use for viral eye infections?
No. It works only against infections caused by bacteria.

Q4. Is it safe for kids?
Yes, but only with a doctor's permission.

Q5: Is it possible to use it for a long time?
No. Using it for a long time may raise the risk of glaucoma or subsequent infections.

 

Expert advice

• Always take OFRON-D for the whole amount of time that your doctor told you to.
• Don't take medicine on your own or use old prescriptions again.
• Don't stop taking it all of a sudden without talking to your doctor.
• Don't contact the tip of the dropper to keep it clean.
• Take off your contact lenses before putting on the eye cream.

Side effects

• A burning or stinging feeling
• Redness or inflammation of the eyes
• Itching
• Vision that is blurry for a short time
• Side effects that are rare yet serious:
• Higher pressure in the eyes
• Healing of wounds takes longer
• A fungal infection that comes after another one
• Allergic responses (swelling, rash)
• If you have serious symptoms, you should see a doctor.

How It Works

• Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that stops DNA from copying itself, which kills bacteria.
• Dexamethasone is a type of corticosteroid that helps with swelling, redness, discomfort, and inflammation.
• They work together to treat infections and ease symptoms.

Medicine interaction

• Because it is used topically, there are very few systemic interactions.
• Don't use other steroid or antibiotic eye or ear drops at the same time unless your doctor tells you to.
• Keep a 10–15 minute interval between different drugs for your eyes and ears.

How to Use

• Make sure to wash your hands well.
• Pull down the lower eyelid and tilt your head back.
• Put in the required drops.
• Gently close your eyes for one to two minutes.
• For Use on the Ear:
• Lie on your side with the ear that hurts up.
• Put in the right quantity of droplets.
• Stay in that spot for 3 to 5 minutes.
• Don't touch the end of the dropper.

Uses/Indications

• Inflammation of bacterial conjunctivitis
• Blepharitis
• Keratitis
• Ulcers on the cornea
• Otitis externa
• Inflammation of the eyes and ears after surgery, with infection