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Levofloxacin (0.5% w/v)
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Otolev Ear Drop is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial ear infections. It cures the infection by stopping further growth of the causative microorganisms.
Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
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Last updated on 22 Dec 2025 | 05:45 PM (IST)
Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 22 Dec 2025 | 05:45 PM (IST)
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Product introduction
Otolev Ear Drop is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Hold the dropper close to the ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the ear. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
This medicine is generally safe to use with minimal or no common side effects. Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your ear, to avoid contamination.
Uses of Otolev Ear Drop
Benefits of Otolev Ear Drop
Treatment of Bacterial infections
Otolev Ear Drop is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues in adults and children. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.
This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Otolev Ear Drop is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues in adults and children. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.
This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Ear infection
Otolev Ear Drop is used to treat ear infections caused by microorganisms such as bacteria. It works by killing and stopping the growth of infection causing microorganisms, thereby clearing the infection. It also helps relieve symptoms such as itching, redness, swelling and ear discharge. Therefore this medicine relieves the inflammation due to these infections.
You should use Otolev Ear Drop for as long as it is prescribed, even if your symptoms disappear, otherwise they may come back. Even after your infection is completely cured, you may have to use it occasionally to prevent the symptoms from returning.
Otolev Ear Drop is used to treat ear infections caused by microorganisms such as bacteria. It works by killing and stopping the growth of infection causing microorganisms, thereby clearing the infection. It also helps relieve symptoms such as itching, redness, swelling and ear discharge. Therefore this medicine relieves the inflammation due to these infections.
You should use Otolev Ear Drop for as long as it is prescribed, even if your symptoms disappear, otherwise they may come back. Even after your infection is completely cured, you may have to use it occasionally to prevent the symptoms from returning.
Side effects of Otolev Ear Drop
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 Otolev
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- No common side effects seen
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
How to use Otolev Ear Drop
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 ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside ear.
How Otolev Ear Drop works
Otolev Ear Drop is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial ear infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Otolev Ear Drop for the treatment of bacterial infections of the 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 ear, to avoid contamination.
- Lie with the affected ear uppermost for at least ten minutes after putting the drops to avoid the drops running out.
- Throw away any medicine left at the end of the course.
- Your doctor has prescribed Otolev Ear Drop to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Discontinue Otolev Ear Drop and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established

Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Otolev Ear Drop is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Otolev Ear Drop may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving
No interaction found/established

Kidney
No interaction found/established

Liver
No interaction found/established
Frequently asked questions
Otolev Ear Drop is used in the treatment of bacterial ear infections. It eradicates the infection by stopping further growth of the causative microorganisms.
Doctors usually prescribe Otolev Ear Drop for children over 1 year old and adults. Older adults may require extra caution. Although the likelihood is low, adults may have a risk of tendon problems or worsening kidney, liver, or heart conditions.
The likelihood is low with Otolev Ear Drop, but it can cause swelling or tearing of tendons, especially in the Achilles tendon. Stop using the medicine and contact your doctor immediately if you experience tendon pain or swelling.
If your infection does not start to improve in a few days, or if symptoms worsen after starting Otolev Ear Drop, contact your doctor for advice.
Otolev Ear Drop is an antibiotic, and to prevent antibiotic resistance, it is crucial to follow your doctor’s instructions and complete the full course, even if you feel better before completing it. Stopping the medicine too soon may allow the infection to return or worsen.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Quinoline carboxylic acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Bacterial DNA Replication Inhibitors- Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones
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References
- Chambers HF, Deck DH. Sulfonamides, Trimethoprim, & Quinolons. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 820.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 794-95.
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