Usual Adult Dose for Bacterial Conjunctivitis

Apply to the affected eye(s) every 3 to 4 hours for 7 to 10 days.

Comments:

• Dosing and duration depend on severity of infection.

Use: For the topical treatment of superficial infections of the external eye and its adnexa (including conjunctivitis, keratitis, keratoconjunctivitis, blepharitis, blepharoconjunctivitis) due to susceptible bacteria

Usual Adult Dose for Keratitis

Apply to the affected eye(s) every 3 to 4 hours for 7 to 10 days.

Comments:

• Dosing and duration depend on severity of infection.

Use: For the topical treatment of superficial infections of the external eye and its adnexa (including conjunctivitis, keratitis, keratoconjunctivitis, blepharitis, blepharoconjunctivitis) due to susceptible bacteria

Usual Adult Dose for Keratoconjunctivitis

Apply to the affected eye(s) every 3 to 4 hours for 7 to 10 days.

Comments:

• Dosing and duration depend on severity of infection.

Use: For the topical treatment of superficial infections of the external eye and its adnexa (including conjunctivitis, keratitis, keratoconjunctivitis, blepharitis, blepharoconjunctivitis) due to susceptible bacteria

Usual Adult Dose for Blepharitis

Apply to the affected eye(s) every 3 to 4 hours for 7 to 10 days.

Comments:

• Dosing and duration depend on severity of infection.

Use: For the topical treatment of superficial infections of the external eye and its adnexa (including conjunctivitis, keratitis, keratoconjunctivitis, blepharitis, blepharoconjunctivitis) due to susceptible bacteria

Usual Adult Dose for Blepharoconjunctivitis

Apply to the affected eye(s) every 3 to 4 hours for 7 to 10 days.

Comments:

• Dosing and duration depend on severity of infection.

Use: For the topical treatment of superficial infections of the external eye and its adnexa (including conjunctivitis, keratitis, keratoconjunctivitis, blepharitis, blepharoconjunctivitis) due to susceptible bacteria

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Hypersensitivity to any active component or any of the ingredients

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 18 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:

• For ophthalmic use only

Storage requirements:

• Store between 15C to 25C (59F to 77F); keep tightly closed.

Patient advice:

• Do not allow the applicator tip to contact the eye, eyelid, fingers, or any other surface.
• Stop this drug and contact physician if the condition persists/worsens or if rash/allergic reaction develops.

Frequently asked questions

• Can you buy antibiotics over the counter?