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Floxin Otic Side Effects

Generic name: ofloxacin otic

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 2, 2024.

Note: This document contains side effect information about ofloxacin otic. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Floxin Otic.

Applies to ofloxacin otic: otic solution.

Serious side effects of Floxin Otic

Along with its needed effects, ofloxacin otic (the active ingredient contained in Floxin Otic) 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 ofloxacin otic:

Less common

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur while taking ofloxacin otic:

Less common

Rare

Other side effects of Floxin Otic

Some side effects of ofloxacin otic 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:

Less common

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to ofloxacin otic: otic solution.

Local

Very common (10% or more): Application site reaction (up to 16.8%)[Ref]

Dermatologic

Common (1% to 10%): Pruritus, rash

Frequency not reported: Seborrhea, dermatitis, eczema, erythematous rash, follicular rash, flushing, urticaria[Ref]

Nervous system

Common (1% to 10%): Paresthesia, dizziness

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Headache, vertigo

Frequency not reported: Tremor, hypoesthesia, dysesthesia, hyperkinesia[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Common (1% to 10%): Taste perversion

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth

Frequency not reported: Dyspepsia, abdominal pain, halitosis[Ref]

Other

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Earache, otorrhagia, tinnitus, fever

Frequency not reported: Transient loss of hearing, otitis externa, otitis media, inflammation, pain, fungal infection[Ref]

Respiratory

Frequency not reported: Coughing, pharyngitis, rhinitis, sinusitis[Ref]

Cardiovascular

Frequency not reported: Hypertension, hot flush, tachycardia[Ref]

Psychiatric

Frequency not reported: Insomnia

Postmarketing reports: Transient neuropsychiatric disturbances[Ref]

References

1. Product Information. Floxin Otic (ofloxacin otic). Daiichi Pharmaceuticals. PROD.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.

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