Besivance Ophthalmic Suspension
Bacterial Conjunctivitis
5ml
Besifloxacin eye drops for bacterial conjunctivitis. It targets the enzymes bacteria need to copy their DNA, stopping growth on the eye surface.
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Besifloxacin
Besifloxacin is an antibiotic eye suspension used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis. This catalogue lists one formulation: Besivance Ophthalmic Suspension, marketed by originator Bausch & Lomb.
Key points
- The listed formulation is an ophthalmic suspension applied directly to the affected eye, supplied in a single-use vial.
- Bausch & Lomb is the originator brand; Besifloxacin is the generic ingredient in the sole listed product.
- Topical besifloxacin may delay corneal recovery after PRK refractive surgery, as noted by the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Bacterial conjunctivitis is an infection of the membrane covering the white of the eye and the inside of the eyelid. The StatPearls reference on besifloxacin and bacterial conjunctivitis provides background on the condition and its management.