Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye or ear. It stops the growth of the bacteria and reduces symptoms such as swelling, itching, and redness caused by the infection.

Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of two medicines: Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops1 and Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops2.

Uses of Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat infections in the eye or ear caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation in the eyes or ear. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops

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 Rinflox-D

Application site irritation
Eye irritation
Eye discomfort
Increased intraocular pressure
Burning eyes
Eye itching
Blurred vision

How to use Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops

This medicine is for external use only.Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.

How Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops works

Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of two medicines: Ofloxacin and Dexamethasone. Ofloxacin is an antibiotic which prevents bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. This treats your eye/ear infection. Dexamethasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye/ear red, swollen and itchy.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops?

If you miss a dose of Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops

₹31.55/Eye/Ear Drops

Ofdex Eye/Ear Drops

Leben Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

₹13/eye/ear drops

59% cheaper

Oflokem D Eye/Ear Drops

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

₹45/eye/ear drops

43% costlier

Ofax-DX Eye/Ear Drops

Optho Remedies Pvt Ltd

₹55/eye/ear drops

74% costlier

Oflobe-DX Eye/Ear Drops

Sapient Laboratories Pvt Ltd

₹72/eye/ear drops

128% costlier

Oftal-D Eye/Ear Drops

Talson Pharmaceuticals

₹25.3/eye/ear drops

20% cheaper

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Quick tips

Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat bacterial infections and inflammation of the eye/ear.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Do not touch the tip to any surface to avoid contamination.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication 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.
Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if your condition hasn't improved after seven days of treatment.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Patient concerns

Feel like ear blocked consulted general Physician, doctor prescribed D-Wax Ear Drops

Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan

ENT

It can be wax or fluid. Consult an ENT specialist for proper clinical examination

Feel Like Ear Blocked consulted General Physician prescribed D-Wax Drops

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

visit ent specialist near you for proper examination and wax removal

FAQs

How long does Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops takes to work?

Usually, Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops starts working soon after applying it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Can I stop using Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops when I feel better?

No, do not stop using Rinflox-D Eye/Ear Drops and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

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References

MedlinePlus. Ofloxacin. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Drugs.com. Dexamethasone. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Ofloxacin. Marlow, Bucks: Allergan Ltd.; 1992 [revised Apr. 2016]. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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