Besifloxacin: View Uses, Side Effects and Medicines

Besifloxacin

INFORMATION ABOUT BESIFLOXACIN

Besifloxacin Uses

Besifloxacin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How Besifloxacin works

Besifloxacin is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

Common side effects of Besifloxacin

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

Eye pain, Eye irritation, Eye itching, Blurred vision, Conjunctival redness

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10 Mar 2025 | 04:12 AM (UTC)

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Medicine brands for Besifloxacin

Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Besifloxacin

You have been prescribed Besifloxacin for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the medication.
Your doctor has prescribed Besifloxacin 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 Besifloxacin 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.

Frequently asked questions for Besifloxacin

Q. How long does Besifloxacin take to work?

Usually, Besifloxacin starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.