WHAT IS BESIVANCE?
Besivance (besifloxacin) belongs to the fluoroquinolone antibiotic class (flor-o-KWIN-o-lones). Besifloxacin is an antibiotic that fights germs in the body. Besivance is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial eye infections.
USES
This medication is used to treat bacterial eye infections. Besifloxacin belongs to a class of drugs known as quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections (such as infections caused by viruses, fungi, mycobacteria). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.
BEFORE TAKING THIS MEDICINE
If you are allergic to besifloxacin, you should not use Besivance.
If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment, tell your doctor before taking this drug. It’s unclear whether besifloxacin travels through breast milk or if it could affect a nursing baby.
HOW SHOULD I USE BESIVANCE?
To use Besivance eye drops, follow these instructions:
Before each usage, turn the bottle upside down and shake it once. To make a little pocket, tilt your head back slightly and draw down your lower eyelid. Keep the dropper tip down and hold it above your eye. As you squeeze out a drop, look up and away from the dropper, then close your eye.
To avoid the liquid from draining into your tear duct, gently press your finger to the inside corner of your eye (near your nose) for about 1 minute. Allow the dropper tip to not come into contact with any surface, including your eyes or hands. If the dropper becomes contaminated, it may induce an infection in your eye, resulting in vision loss or serious eye injury.
DOSING INFORMATION
Dose for Bacterial Conjunctivitis in Adults: 3 times a day, 4 to 12 hours apart, instill 1 drop in the afflicted eye(s) for 7 days.
BESIVANCE SIDE EFFECTS
Temporary eye redness/itching/pain or temporary blurred vision may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
STORAGE
Store tightly closed at room temperature between 59-77 degrees F (15-25 degrees C) away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
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