Indications & Uses
Besibac is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Adults and children (1 year of age and older): Instill one drop in the affected eye(s) 3 times a day for 7 days. Pediatric use: The safety and effectiveness of Besifloxacin in infants below one year of age have not been established. The efficacy of Besifloxacin in treating bacterial conjunctivitis in pediatric patients one year or older has been demonstrated in controlled clinical trials. Geriatric use: No overall differences in safety and effectiveness have been observed between elderly and younger patients.
Side Effects
The most commonly reported eye-related side effect is conjunctival redness, seen in about 2% of patients. Other side effects reported in about 1% to 2% of patients receiving Besiven include blurred vision, eye pain, eye irritation, itching of the eye, and headache.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Besiven is intended for topical use in the eye only. It must not be injected beneath the conjunctiva or introduced directly into the anterior chamber of the eye. As with other anti-infective medicines, prolonged use may lead to overgrowth of organisms that are not susceptible to the drug, including fungi. If a superinfection develops, stop using the medicine and begin alternative treatment. To avoid contamination, do not let the tip of the dropper touch the eye, the eyelid or any other surface of the affected eye. Contact lenses should not be worn during the course of treatment with Besiven. Shake the bottle well before each use.
Contraindications
Known allergy to besifloxacin or any other ingredient in this product.