Levofloxacin (Ophthalmic)
Generic / Active Ingredient
What is Levofloxacin (Ophthalmic) used for?
Corneal ulcer
36 Levofloxacin (Ophthalmic) brands in Bangladesh
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| Brand | Strength | Form | Manufacturer | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asilee-TS | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Asiatic Laboratories Ltd. | ৳ 130.00 |
| Evo TS | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 130.00 |
| Flovix | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Opso Saline Ltd. | ৳ 90.00 |
| Flovix TS | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Opso Saline Ltd. | ৳ 130.00 |
| Genolev | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | General Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 90.30 |
| Genolev TS | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | General Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 130.39 |
| Leflox | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | ACI Limited | ৳ 87.00 |
| Leflox TS | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | ACI Limited | ৳ 128.00 |
| Leo | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | ACME Laboratories Ltd. | ৳ 90.00 |
| Lequin | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Apex Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 80.00 |
| Levobac | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 90.00 |
| Levobac TS | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 130.00 |
| Levoflox | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Drug International Ltd. | ৳ 80.25 |
| Levogen | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | General Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 90.00 |
| Levogen TS | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | General Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 130.00 |
| Levolo | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Pacific Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 90.00 |
| Levomax | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 90.00 |
| Levomax TS | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 130.00 |
| Levoquin | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Navana Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 90.27 |
| Levoquin TS | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Navana Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 130.00 |
| Levosina | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Ibn Sina Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 90.00 |
| Levosina TS | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Ibn Sina Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 130.00 |
| Levox | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Opsonin Pharma Ltd. | ৳ 90.00 |
| Levox TS | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Opsonin Pharma Ltd. | ৳ 130.00 |
| Levoxin | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 90.00 |
| Levoxin TS | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 130.00 |
| Lifcin | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Biopharma Laboratories Ltd. | ৳ 130.00 |
| Lin | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Kemiko Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 90.00 |
| Livacin | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Gaco Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 90.27 |
| Locin | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Globe Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 90.00 |
| Lovicin | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Nipa Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 90.00 |
| Ovel | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Aristopharma Ltd. | ৳ 90.00 |
| Ovel TS | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Aristopharma Ltd. | ৳ 130.00 |
| Resquin | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 90.00 |
| Resquine TS | 1.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 130.00 |
| Revacin | 0.50% | Ophthalmic Solution | Reman Drug Laboratories Ltd. | ৳ 100.00 |
Indication DetailsView
Levofloxacin eye drops is indicated for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis caused by susceptible strains of the following bacteria:
Aerobic Gram-Positive bacteria-
Aerobic Gram-Positive bacteria-
- Corynebacterium species
- Staphylococcus oureus
- Staphylococcus epidermidis
- Streptococcus pneumoniae
- Streptococcus (Groups C/F)
- Streptococcus (Group G)
- Streptococcus viridons group
- Acinetobocter Iwoffii
- Haemophilus influenzae
- Serrotia morcescens
Therapeutic ClassView
4-Quinolone preparations
PharmacologyView
Levofloxacin eye drops is a sterile topical ophthalmic solution. It is a synthetic, broad spectrum, third generation fluoroquinolone bactericidal antibiotic, which active against a broad spectrum of Gram-positive & Gram-negative ocular pathogens. It functions by inhibiting bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase enzymes required for DNA replication, transcription, repair and recombination.
DosageView
0.5% eye drop: Adults and children 1 year of age and older:
- Days 1 and 2: Instill 1-2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 2 hours while awake, up to 8 times per day.
- Days 3 through 7: Instill 1-2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 4 hours while awake, up to 4 times per day.
- Days 1 through 3: Instill one to two drops in the affected eye(s) every 30 minutes to 2 hours while awake and approximately 4 and 6 hours after retiring.
- Day 4 through treatment completion: Instill one to two drops in the affected eye(s) every 1 to 4 hours while awake.
Side EffectsView
Side effects occurred only approximately 1-3% of patients that may include transient blurred vision, fever, foreign body sensation, headache, transient ocular burning, ocular pain or discomfort, pharyngitis and photophobia. In less than 1% of patients included allergic reactions, lid edema, ocular dryness and ocular itching.
ContraindicationsView
It is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Levofloxacin, to other quinolones or to any of the components of this medication
PrecautionsView
Prolonged use may result in the overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms, including fungi. If superinfection occurs, discontinue use and institute alternative therapy.
InteractionsView
Specific drug interaction studies have not been conducted with levofloxacin eye drops. But the systemic administration of some quinolones has been shown to elevate plasma concentrations of theophylline, interfere with the metabolism of caffeine and enhance the effects of the oral anticoagulant warfarin and its derivatives.
Pregnancy & LactationView
Pregnancy Category C. Levofloxacin should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Levofloxacin has not been measured in human milk. Caution should be exercised when Levofloxacin eye drops is administered to a nursing mother.
Storage ConditionsView
Eye drops should be protected from light, store in a cool (15°-25° C) and dry place & keep out of reach of children.