apollo
logo
0

Welcome User

Login/Sign Up

Home
Buy Medicines
Lab Tests
Doctor Consult
Circle Membership
insurance
Blogs
Contact Us
Privacy Policy
Return & Refunds
Need Help
Terms and Conditions
Select Delivery Location
compositionComposition:DEXAMETHASONE-0.1%W/V+OFLOXACIN-0.3%W/V
prescription
Prescription Medicine
info
image icons
Best Price

₹79 with coupons & bank offers*

View

Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml is used to treat bacterial eye infections. It contains Dexamethasone and Ofloxacin which work by killing the infection-causing bacteria and blocking the production of chemical messengers that make the affected area red, swollen, and itchy. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as discomfort, burning/stinging sensation, or dryness. Avoid touching the container's tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate the product.

Read more
Written By Dr. Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , PharmD (PB)
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
OffersOffers & Discounts

Get Free delivery (₹99) with circle icon

Join Circle
Get Extra 18% Off with Coupons
Extra 10% Off with Bank Offers
bank offer
bank offer
bank offer

More about the Product

Composition :

DEXAMETHASONE-0.1%W/V+OFLOXACIN-0.3%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Kavach 9 Pharma & Research Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Ophthalmic

Expires on or after :

Jan-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml

Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml is a specialised eye drop used to treat bacterial eye infections that are accompanied by swelling, redness, and inflammation. It is commonly prescribed for conditions like bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye) or to prevent and manage inflammation after eye surgery. By addressing both the infection and the physical discomfort at the same time, it helps your eyes heal more comfortably.

To get the best results, you must apply this medication regularly and at the exact intervals recommended by your doctor. Consistent use is crucial, and you should not skip doses or stop treatment early, even if your eyes begin to feel better. Along with using the drops, practising good hygiene and avoiding touching or rubbing your eyes will help speed up your recovery.

While using Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml, you may experience some mild, temporary side effects such as a brief burning sensation, watery eyes, or slightly blurred vision right after application. However, if you experience severe eye pain, changes in your vision, or worsening redness, you should stop using the drops and consult your doctor immediately.

Do not take this if you have a viral or fungal eye infection, as the steroid component can make these infections worse. Before you start using this medicine, talk to your doctor if you have a history of glaucoma, cataracts, or severe dry eye syndrome. It is generally not recommended for individuals with a known sensitivity to any of the active components in the formula.

If you are using other eye drops or ointments, wait at least 5 to 10 minutes between applying each medication to prevent them from washing each other out. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or caring for an elderly patient, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before starting this medication to ensure it is safe for your specific situation.

Uses of Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml

Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml is prescribed for certain bacterial eye infections associated with inflammation and may be used after some eye procedures when considered appropriate by an eye specialist. Its main uses include: 

  • Bacterial eye infections: Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml helps clear up painful infections in the front part of the eye by stopping the growth of harmful bacteria.
  • Post-surgical eye inflammation: It is prescribed after eye surgeries, such as cataract removal, to prevent bacterial infections and reduce postoperative swelling and redness.
  • Inflammatory eye conditions: It relieves intense itching, irritation, and swelling associated with infected outer structures of the eye.
     

Key Benefits

Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml combines an antibiotic and a corticosteroid to treat certain bacterial eye infections when inflammation is also present. Its main benefits include:

  • Treats susceptible bacterial eye infections: Ofloxacin stops the growth of bacteria that are susceptible to the medicine, helping clear the infection.
  • Reduces eye inflammation: Dexamethasone helps relieve redness, swelling, pain, and irritation associated with inflammation.
  • Provides combined treatment: Treats the bacterial infection while reducing the accompanying inflammatory symptoms with a single eye-drop medicine.
  • Supports recovery after certain eye procedures: May help control inflammation and treat or reduce the risk of bacterial infection after some eye procedures when prescribed by an eye specialist.
     

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
  • Do not touch the tip of the dropper to prevent contamination.

How Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml Works

Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml contains dexamethasone and ofloxacin, which work in different ways to treat certain bacterial eye infections associated with inflammation. Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid medicine. It reduces the release of substances involved in inflammation, helping relieve redness, swelling, pain, and irritation in the affected eye. Ofloxacin is an antibiotic. It blocks enzymes that susceptible bacteria need to copy and repair their genetic material. This prevents the bacteria from multiplying and helps clear the infection. Together, dexamethasone and ofloxacin treat susceptible bacterial infections while reducing the associated inflammation and discomfort. Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml does not treat viral or fungal eye infections and should be used only for the condition diagnosed by your doctor.
bannner image

Alcohol

Caution

Limit alcohol consumption while on treatment with Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml.

bannner image

Pregnancy

Caution

There is limited data on how Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before using Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml.

bannner image

Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before using Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml if you are a breastfeeding mother.

bannner image

Driving

Caution

Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml may cause side effects like temporary blurred vision, affecting your driving ability. Hence, do not drive or operate machinery in such cases. Drive only when you are alert and have clear vision.

bannner image

Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before starting treatment with Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml.

bannner image

Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before starting the treatment with Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml.

bannner image

Children

Caution

Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml should be used for children only when recommended by a doctor.

bannner image

Heart

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have heart disease before using Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

bannner image

Geriatrics

Safe if prescribed

Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml is generally considered safe for elderly patients when prescribed by a doctor. Seek medical advice if you have any concerns.

What if I have taken an overdose of Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml

An overdose of eye drops is unlikely to cause serious problems. If you accidentally put too many drops in your eye, flush it out gently with clean, warm water. If the liquid is accidentally swallowed, contact a healthcare professional or go to an emergency room immediately.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain strict hand hygiene: Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, especially before and after touching your face or applying eye drops.
  • Avoid touching or rubbing your eyes: This prevents the infection from worsening or spreading to your other eye.
  • Do not wear contact lenses: Avoid wearing contact lenses until your infection is completely gone and your doctor says it is safe to wear them again.
  • Discard contaminated eye products: Throw away any eye makeup, mascara, or contact lens solutions used just before or during the infection to prevent reinfection.
  • Use clean towels and pillowcases: Change your pillowcases and towels daily, and do not share them with others to prevent spreading the infection.
     
health query

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml to start to work: The time required for Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml last: The effect of Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml lasts for 4 to 6 hours.

What if you forget to take Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml

If you miss a dose, apply the drops as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and return to your regular routine. Do not apply double drops to make up for a missed dose.

Storage

•Store Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml at room temperature, ideally between 15°C and 25°C (59°F to 77°F). •Do not freeze the medicine, and protect it from direct light and heat.

Drug Warnings

  • Use the drops exactly as prescribed: Apply the recommended number of drops at the advised times. Complete the prescribed course, even if your symptoms improve, but do not use Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml for longer than your doctor recommends.
  • Keep the dropper tip clean: Do not allow the dropper tip to touch your eye, eyelid, fingers, or any other surface. Replace the cap securely after each use to reduce the risk of contamination.
  • Do not share your eye drops: Use Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml only for the person and eye condition for which it was prescribed. Sharing eye drops may spread infection.
  • Avoid contact lenses during treatment: Do not wear contact lenses while you have an active eye infection or while using Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml unless your eye specialist advises that it is safe.
  • Separate other eye medicines: If you use more than one type of eye drop, wait at least 5–10 minutes between applications. Apply eye ointments last unless your doctor advises otherwise.
  • Wait until your vision is clear: Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision after application. Do not drive, cycle, or use machinery until you can see clearly.
  • Do not use the drops for longer than prescribed: Prolonged use may increase pressure inside the eye, delay healing, contribute to cataract formation, or increase the risk of other eye infections. Your doctor may monitor your eyes if longer treatment is needed.
  • Report worsening eye symptoms: Contact your doctor promptly if you develop severe or increasing eye pain, worsening redness or swelling, marked sensitivity to light, persistent blurred vision, changes in vision, or symptoms that do not improve.
  • Seek help for a serious allergic reaction: Seek immediate medical attention if you develop difficulty breathing or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
     

verifiedApollotooltip
  • Other eye medicines: If you use more than one type of eye drop, wait at least 5–10 minutes between applications to allow each medicine to work properly. Apply eye ointments last unless your doctor advises otherwise.
  • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory eye drops: Using anti-inflammatory eye drops, such as ketorolac or nepafenac, with Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml may delay healing or increase the risk of problems affecting the cornea (the clear front surface of the eye), particularly after eye surgery. Your eye specialist will determine whether these medicines are suitable for use together.
     

Login/Sign Up

verifiedApollotooltip

No clinically significant food interactions are known with Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml when used as directed.     
 

Login/Sign Up

All Substitutes & Brand Comparisons

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIBIOTICS AND CORTICOSTEROIDS]

FAQs

Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml is used to treat bacterial eye infections. Bacterial eye infection occurs when bacteria invade any part of the eyeball or its surrounding tissues, including the cornea (clear front surface of the eye) and the conjunctiva (thin membrane lining the outer eye and inner eyelids).
Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml contains Ofloxacin and Dexamethasone. It helps treat bacterial infections of the eye by preventing bacteria growth and reduces the redness and itchiness in the infected areas.
It is advised to remove your contact lens if you are wearing it while administering eye drops. Also, remember to wash your hands before and after administering eye drops to avoid contamination.
If you use other eye ointments/drops along with Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml, it is advised to maintain a gap of at least 5-10 minutes after each administration. Also, use eye drops before applying any ointments.
Do not stop using Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml even if you feel better until the doctor's advised course is finished. Your symptoms may improve, but the infection may not be cured completely.
Take the missed dose of Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Generally, Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml starts working immediately after administration. However, its effectiveness depends on the severity of the bacterial infection, dose, and frequency of administration. Follow your doctor's instructions on dosing and treatment duration to ensure optimal effectiveness and minimize side effects.
Tilt your head back and pull your lower eyelid downwards and outwards. Gently squeeze the dropper and put the eye drops inside the eye/eyes. Blink a few times to spread the medication inside your eye. Press gently on the eyelid's inner corner for 3 minutes to prevent the solution from draining into the nose and throat. If using more than one drop, wait about 5 minutes between drops.
The common side effects of Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml may include eye discomfort, eye irritation, burning/stinging sensation, dryness, redness, and itching. Most of these side effects do not require medical treatment and can be resolved on their own over time. If these adverse effects persist, please see your doctor.
No, you should avoid wearing contact lenses while treating an active eye infection. The preservative in the drops can also absorb into soft lenses and cause irritation. Talk to your doctor for advice on when it is safe to wear your lenses again.
You may experience temporary mild blurriness immediately after putting the drops in your eyes. This is normal and should clear up in a few minutes. Avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is completely clear. Talk to your doctor if the blurriness persists.
Otokav-AB Ear Drops 5 ml is only effective against bacterial eye infections accompanied by swelling. It will not work for viral or fungal infections, and using it for those conditions can make them worse. Talk to your doctor for an accurate diagnosis.
If the dropper tip touches your eye or eyelid, it may become contaminated with bacteria. Wipe the nozzle with a clean tissue, close the cap tightly, and monitor your eye closely. Talk to your doctor if you notice your symptoms getting worse.
You must use this medication with extreme caution if you have glaucoma, as the steroid component can increase the pressure inside your eye. Your doctor may need to monitor your eye pressure regularly during treatment. Talk to your doctor before starting.
Most ophthalmic drops must be discarded 4 weeks after opening to prevent the risk of bacterial contamination. Mark the date you opened the bottle on the carton to keep track. Talk to your pharmacist if you are unsure about disposal.
The safety and dose for children depend entirely on their age and the specific eye condition. Never use this medication on a child without a direct prescription and instructions from a paediatrician or eye specialist. Talk to your doctor for guidance.

Disclaimer

While we strive to provide complete, accurate, and expert-reviewed content on our 'Platform', we make no warranties or representations and disclaim all responsibility and liability for the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the aforementioned content. The content on our platform is for informative purposes only, and may not cover all clinical/non-clinical aspects. Reliance on any information and subsequent action or inaction is solely at the user's risk, and we do not assume any responsibility for the same. The content on the Platform should not be considered or used as a substitute for professional and qualified medical advice. Please consult your doctor for any query pertaining to medicines, tests and/or diseases, as we support, and do not replace the doctor-patient relationship.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

S.F.- 216, Sigma Arcade, Kailas Bunglow, O.N.G.C.Rd, Sabarmati, Chandkheda,Ahmedabad,Gujarat-382424
Other Info - OTO0104
whatsapp Floating Button
Buy Now
Add to Cart