Floksal ointment. Instructions for use for children. Price, reviews, analogues

Floksal - medical agent used in combination therapy with infections of the eye. According to the instruction preparation may be performed in 2 medicinal forms - ointment and drops.

Shape and composition of the drug release

Available in the form of a homogeneous uniform ointment of white or light yellow. Active component - ofloxacin. Additional substances include liquid paraffin, the wool fat and white petrolatum. Means contained in the aluminum tube, packed in a cardboard box.

pharmacological properties

The drug belongs to a class of antibacterial agents of the fluoroquinolones. The product has an antimicrobial effect and a broad spectrum of action. A bactericidal effect is achieved by inhibiting the DNA gyrase ofloxacin in microbial cells.

It is effective against most Gram-negative bacteria:

• salmonella;
• Proteus;
• Escherichia coli;
• Shigella;
• Klebsiella;
• Morganella;
• Enterobacteriaceae;
• chlamydia;
• gonorrhea sticks;
• atsinetobakterov;
• Meningococcal sticks;
• Legionella pnevmofily;
• Haemophilus influenzae;
• Providencia.

The active ingredient helps fight with streptococci and staphylococci. Has an average degree of impact against psevdomandy (Pseudomonas aeruginosa), enterococci and pneumococci. It is effective against bacteria that produce beta-lactamase. The drug is not used in the fight against anaerobic bacteria, other than the bacteria that causes ureaplasmosis.

Therapeutic effect after using the ointment observed after 15 minutes. The effect lasts for 6 hours. Liniment is moderately penetrating power, the absorption into the bloodstream occurs in the minimum amount. In this connection the systemic action on the components of the patient's body is missing.

Pharmacodynamics and Pharmacokinetics

Topical application means facilitates the concentration of active substances in the tissues of the eye.

Indications

Floksal ointment is used for its intended purpose of the attending physician. According to the information provided in the instructions to use the drug shown for diseases caused by pathogenic microorganisms. The ointment is effective in symptomatic and causal treatment. Tool helps to cope with the various manifestations of the infection in the form of photophobia, redness, itching, burning.

Indications:

• defeat blepharitis;
• infective conjunctivitis;
• keratitis;
• blepharoconjunctivitis;
• ulceration of the cornea of ​​eye;
• dacryocystitis;
• defeat chlamydia eye.

It can also be used in the prevention of infectious eye diseases related to the surgical intervention or post-traumatic period. Often used in the liniment of barley education. The funds must be used in the early days of the disease to avoid complications. Otherwise, you may need surgery.

Contraindications

Liniment is not applicable in the presence of high sensitivity to the components. With high caution and only on the recommendation of the attending physician may be administered during pregnancy and breast-feeding.

At what age can use the drug

The medicament can be administered in childhood. However, treatment is recommended no earlier than 1 year of age.

Instructions for use, drug dosage for children

Before applying the tools you need to follow some rules to help prevent getting secondary infection. Before the procedure must wash their hands thoroughly with soap and water, followed by a wipe with an outer edge of the eye and inflamed conjunctiva cotton swab treated with warm water.

Then necessary to slightly pull the lower eyelid and carefully without touching the dispenser to the surface of the eye, cause thin strip means on the lower part. After application it is recommended to cover the eyelid briefly and gently massaged finger lightly greased portion.

The dosage and duration of therapy is determined by the attending physician taking into account the patient's age and the severity of the pathological process.

On average, the treatment duration is from 3 to 7 days. Standard scheme: 1.5cm strip of eyelid lay affected eye 2-3 times a day. With the defeat of chlamydia treatment is carried out 5 times a day. The maximum duration of treatment should not exceed 2 weeks.

conjunctivitis

Floksal ointment, instructions for use which allows the use of means in childhood, is used in various inflammatory reactions in the region of the eye. With the defeat of conjunctivitis in a child means must be applied on the lower inner part of the century.

After applying liniment need to massage to massage the area of ​​the lower eyelid of a child for a better distribution of the composition. Thus it is necessary to apply a means for both eyes at once to avoid the spread of infection.

Purulent secretions before distribution structure is recommended to treat the child's eyes soaked in antiseptic solution, gauze or cotton pad, removing congestion. This will help to put means evenly and smoothly to the affected areas.

After this procedure is also necessary to wash your hands thoroughly.

Lubricate the affected area 3-4 times a day for 1 cm liniment. Duration of treatment - no more than 7 days. If necessary, it can be used directly 2 dosage forms of medicament. In this case primarily use drops, after which the composition is applied.

Before use, it is recommended to consult a specialist on quantities to use and possible side effects with the use of steroid agents in a child. It is also recommended to take a survey to help establish a provocateur, cause allergic reactions.

If blepharitis

Apply the composition to the affected eyelid is necessary no more than 2-3 times a day. Surplus means can be removed with a cotton swab dipped in warm water. Between application of drug necessary to make an interval of at least 8 hours. The duration of treatment depends on the severity and nature of the disease.

when dacryocystitis

With the defeat of the lacrimal sac infection medication can be administered to infants. Therapy is conducted under the supervision of the attending pediatrician or ophthalmologist. Lubricate the site of the lesion 2-3 times a day for 7 days. If necessary, the course may be extended by a few days. In children, use the ointment more than 10 days shall be prohibited.

newborns

Floksal ointment, instructions for use which means does not prohibit the use in infants can be administered to newborns with infectious diseases such as trachoma, paratrahoma, uveitis.

Treat the affected area 2-3 times a day. When the duration of treatment should not exceed 10 days. In some cases, or to provide a more powerful therapeutic effect can be assigned succession of liniment and drops.

for prevention

The composition can be used as prevention.

Indications for prophylactic use:

• trauma wounds;
• effects on the eye in contact with foreign matter;
• surgical procedures performed on the eyes;
• impaired integrity eye structure.

therapy scheme: it is necessary to lay 1cm liniment from 2 to 4 times a day. Duration of use - no more than 5-7 days. When applied to the distribution of drugs and may feel short-term discomfort.

Side effects

In most cases it means well tolerated by patients. However, occasionally there may be the development of side effects.

Possible side reactions:

• allergy;
• redness in the conjunctiva;
• burning;
• discomfort in the eyes;
• overdried shell;
• itching;
• watery eyes;
• fear of glare.

In extremely rare cases, the tool can lead to dizziness. With the development of symptoms that are not described in the instructions to cancel the application of the ointment and consult a doctor.

Overdose

Data on drug overdose absent. If you exceed the specified daily professional standards and the development of adverse reactions should immediately contact your doctor.

special instructions

In applying liniment for the entire period of treatment to eliminate wearing contact lenses, since benzalkonium chloride can lead to partial or complete their bleaching. The lens is recommended after 20-30 minutes. after applying liniment.

It is necessary to wear sunglasses and try to avoid prolonged exposure to light at because of photophobia, since such exposure may exacerbate and worsen state. Occasionally there may be development of contact dermatitis due to the presence in the composition of wool grease (lanolin).

When applying ointment and distribution must be ensured that the cap is not in contact with the eye in order to prevent secondary infection. Preclinical trials showed no toxic effect in medicine. Active substance has no teratogenic effect in view of what can be used in pediatric patients and during pregnancy.

Animal studies with the systematic application of liniment revealed all sorts of changes in the joint cartilage. When this was observed depression and deformation of the joint depend on the age of the animal and the dosage used. Changes mostly concerned young individuals.

Studies have confirmed the safety of medicines in respect of visual functions. Please be aware that exceeding the dosage and uncontrolled use of the ointment can cause the development of resistance of microorganisms to the active substances liniment.

Floksal ointment, instructions for use which indicates the possible side effects, it is necessary to cancel the development of allergic reactions, contact your doctor for advice.

Medicines should not adversely affect the ability to drive or to conduct work related to the increased concentration. However, because of side effects and short-term burning sensation during the use of tools recommended for a short while to give up driving.

drug interactions

Information about the liniment interaction with other medication available. However, it is recommended to withstand a small time interval when using multiple drugs designed for local treatment of infectious foci. Thus he liniment must be applied as a last resort.

The most current information about the tablet form means. When used in combination with liniment steroids may lead to damage (breaking) tendons. Co-administration of non-steroidal agents can also have a negative impact.

Liniment main component contributes to the delay utilization of theophylline, therefore the recommended lower dosage of the second agent for co-administration of medication. Heparin and vitamin K antagonists can cause disorders associated with blood clotting. Means for causing alkalization of urine, when combined with liniment may lead to the development of inflammatory processes in the kidneys.

analogs

Floksal ointment, instruction manual which describes some of the restrictions on the use, may be replaced with counterparts in poor tolerability components:

• Ultratsin. It refers to the fluoroquinolone antimicrobial group. The active substance - ofloxacin. It is used in the development of various infectious diseases, including infections of the genitourinary system. It is effective in most Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. The tool is not assigned in childhood and adolescence up to 1 8 years. The dosage regimen is selected by the attending physician based on the pathological process. The duration of therapy, on average, takes from 3 to 7 days. It has multiple contraindications. The cost of the drug - from 360 to 480 rubles. per pack.
• Danza. An antimicrobial agent, produced in the form of drops for the eyes and ears. The main component - ofloxacin. It is used in the fight against infectious agents that provoke a variety of diseases. A medicine authorized for use in children aged 1 year. The daily dosage and duration of therapy shall be established by the attending ophthalmologist, based on the patient's age and identification of the infectious form of defeat. Maximum course of treatment should not exceed 14 days. The cost of the drug varies between 145 rubles. per bottle.
• Ofloxacin. It is produced in the form of tablets, infuziynogo solution and ophthalmic ointment. It refers to the group of antimicrobials. It is effective against most gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms. Used with lesions of the conjunctiva, blepharitis, infectious diseases of the upper respiratory tract, as well as in lesions of the urogenital system. Dosage is determined by the treating specialist on the basis of the shape and course of the disease, taking into account the patient's age. In the form of an ointment drug can be administered to children from 1 year. Cost - from 21 to 53 rubles. for the agent.
• Zofloks. Available in the form of tablets with prolonged action. The medicament has a wide range of actions aimed at combating pathogens provoking the development of infectious eye diseases, upper respiratory tract, the genitourinary system. Is contraindicated in children under 18 years old. Daily rate and duration of treatment is calculated, based on the shape and extent of the disease lesion infection. The cost varies around 200 rubles. per pack.
• Zanotsin. It means produced in the form of an infusion solution or a tablet. It refers to a group of bactericidal broad-spectrum drugs. Appointed in various forms and types of infection in the eye, urinary tract, upper respiratory tract. It is used in the complex therapy. Not recommended for use in children under 12 years old. The dosage is prescribed depending on the pathological process and age. Duration of treatment may be up to 1.5 months. Before use, be sure to consult with your doctor. The cost of the drug in pharmacies of Moscow - from 150 to 160 rubles. for the agent.
• Polimik. It is produced in the form of enteric tablets. It refers to a class of composite, antimicrobial and antiprotozoal agents. The active substance - ofloxacin. It is used in the treatment of infectious eye disease, genitourinary system. Contraindicated under the age of 18 years. The daily dosage calculated based on an infectious disease and the severity of the disease. Duration of the course at the same time should not be more than 10 days. The cost of the drug in Moscow pharmacies ranges from 315 to 330 rubles. per pack.
• Unifloks. Ophthalmic combined means from the group of antimicrobial and antiprotozoal drugs. Available in the form of drops. It is used for a variety of infectious lesions of the eye. Do not give to children under 3 years of age. It is used as a combination therapy. The dosage depends on the age and character of the pathological process. The duration of treatment should not exceed 14 days. With the development of side effects means to cancel. Price - from 120 to 160 rubles. per bottle.

Do not attempt to assign and use analogs without prior consultation with an ophthalmologist.

Terms, conditions of sale and storage

Store in a dark means necessary and reach of children at a temperature not exceeding +25 ⁰C. Shelf life - 3 years from the date of manufacture. Do not use the medication after the expiration date. After opening the tube shelf life of no more than 1, 5 months. Available on medical prescription.

Price in drugstores of Moscow, St. Petersburg, regions

Cost ointment may vary depending on the area and sales area. The price is also affected by the manufacturing company and trade pharmacy chain. Purchase facility at any drug store or a specialized medical institution. The drug is also released through licensed online pharmacies.

Area, region	Packing volume	cost of
Moscow	Ointment 3 g	168-234 rub.
Regions of the Moscow region	Ointment 3 g	148-215 rub.
St. Petersburg	Ointment 3 g	150-208 rub.
St. Petersburg (suburbs)	Ointment 3 g	152-182 rub.
Leningrad region	Ointment 3 g	164-168 rub.
Novgorod region	Ointment 3 g	146-155 rub.

Before applying the ointment Floksal should consult with their physician or pharmacist and read carefully the instructions for use of the drug.

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