Norfloxacin Ophthalmic Side Effects
Applies to norfloxacin ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution.
Important warnings
This medicine can cause some serious health issues
Oral route (tablet)
Fluoroquinolones, including norfloxacin, are associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in all ages.
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Precautions
If your symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
This medicine may cause your eyes to become more sensitive to light than they are normally. Wearing sunglasses and avoiding too much exposure to bright light may help lessen the discomfort.
Other side effects
Some side effects of norfloxacin ophthalmic may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common side effects
- burning or other eye discomfort
Less common side effects
- bitter taste following use in the eye
- increased sensitivity of eye to light
- redness of the lining of the eyelids
- swelling of the membrane covering the white part of the eye
Serious side effects
Along with its needed effects, norfloxacin ophthalmic may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking norfloxacin ophthalmic:
Rare side effects
- skin rash or other sign of allergic reaction
See also:
For healthcare professionals
Applies to norfloxacin ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution.
Ocular adverse events
Ocular side effects have most frequently included local burning or discomfort. In addition, conjunctival hyperemia, photophobia, corneal deposits, and chemosis have occurred.[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Gastrointestinal side effects have included reports of bitter taste in the mouth following instillation of norfloxacin ophthalmic.[Ref]
References
1. (2001) "Product Information. Chibroxin (norfloxacin ophthalmic)." Merck & Co., Inc
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Further information
Norfloxacin ophthalmic side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.