Besivance Ophthalmic Suspension
Besifloxacin eye drops for bacterial conjunctivitis. It targets the enzymes bacteria need to copy their DNA, stopping growth on the eye surface.
- Category
- Eye Care
- Active ingredient
- Besifloxacin
- Route
- Ocular use
- Form
- Ophthalmic suspension
- Strengths
- 5ml
Prescription and consultation requirements for Besivance Ophthalmic Suspension vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Besivance Ophthalmic Suspension details
- Condition
- Bacterial Conjunctivitis
- Alternative names
- besifloxacin
- Therapeutic class
- Fluoroquinolone
- Pharmacological class
- Fluoroquinolone Antibacterial
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to besifloxacin
- Minor side effects
- mild eye discomfort; transient blurred vision
- Moderate side effects
- conjunctival redness; mild pruritus; headache
- Serious side effects
- corneal ulceration, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Ophthalmic suspension
- Administration route
- Ocular use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Manufacturer
- Bausch & Lomb
- Onset Time
- 24–48 hours
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Age restrictions
- Approved for infants over one year, children, and adults.
Patient summary
Besifloxacin eye drops for bacterial conjunctivitis. It targets the enzymes bacteria need to copy their DNA, stopping growth on the eye surface.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits essential DNA replication enzymes topoisomerase II and IV to stop bacterial growth on corneal surfaces.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Minimal systemic exposure. Use if indicated. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.