Dexamethasone + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose + Ofloxacin

• Bacterial eye / ear infections

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

Common side effects of Floc D

• Eye irritation
• Eye discomfort

This medicine is for external use only. Use 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 without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

Dexamethasone + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose + Ofloxacin is a combination of three medicines: Ofloxacin, Dexamethasone, and Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose. Ofloxacin is an antibiotic which kills bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. Dexamethasone is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye/ear red, swollen and itchy. Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose is a lubricating formulation which moistens the eyes/ears.

• You have been prescribed Dexamethasone + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose + Ofloxacin 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, or to your eye/ear, to avoid contamination.

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

• If using Dexamethasone + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose + Ofloxacin for an eye:

  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
  • Do not wear contact lenses, while using this medication.
  • It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.