(Adults and Children ≥1 yr): One drop in affected eye(s) three times daily (4–12 h apart) for 7 days.
Availability⬆⬇
Ophthalmic suspension: 0.6% 5 mL in 7.5 mL bottle
Assessment⬆⬇
Assess eye for signs of infection (swelling, redness, pain, discharge) prior to and periodically during therapy.
Implementation⬆⬇
Invert closed bottle and shake once before use. Remove cap with bottle still inverted. Tilt head back and, with bottle inverted, gently squeeze bottle to instill 1 drop in affected eye 3 times daily (4–12 hrs apart) for 7 days.
Patient/Family Teaching⬆⬇
Instruct patient to use besifloxacin as directed, even if feeling better. Do not skip doses or stop therapy early; may lead to decreased effectiveness and resistant infections. Avoid touching applicator to eye, finger, or other areas; may contaminate. Wash hands prior to instillation.
Caution patient to avoid wearing contact lenses during therapy.
Advise patient to discontinue immediately and notify health care professional if signs or rash or allergic reaction (hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of throat) occur.
