(Adults and Children ≥1 yr): One drop in affected eye(s) three times daily (4–12 hr apart) for 7 days.
Availability⬆⬇
Ophthalmic suspension: 0.6%
Assessment⬆⬇
Assess eye for signs/symptoms of infection (swelling, redness, pain, discharge) prior to and periodically during therapy.
Monitor for infection with prolonged use. If super-infection occurs, discontinue besifloxacin and institute alternate therapy. Assess with slit-lamp biomicroscopy and when clinically appropriate, fluorescein staining.
Implementation⬆⬇
Invert closed bottle and shake once before use. Remove cap with bottle still inverted. Tilt head back and gently squeeze bottle to instill 1 drop in affected eye 3 times daily (4–12 hrs apart) for 7 days.
Patient/Family Teaching⬆⬇
Explain purpose and side effects of medication. Advise patient to read Patient Information before starting therapy.
Instruct patient to use besifloxacin as directed, even if feeling better. Do not skip doses or stop therapy early; may lead to ↓ effectiveness and resistant infection. Avoid touching applicator to eye, finger, or other surface. Wash hands prior to instillation.
Advise patient to notify health care professional of all Rx or OTC medications, vitamins, or herbal products being taken and to consult health care professional before taking other medications.
Caution patient to avoid wearing contact lenses during therapy.
Advise patient to discontinue immediately and notify health care professional if signs/symptoms of rash or allergic reaction (hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of throat) occur.
OB: Advise women of reproductive potential to notify health care professional if pregnancy is planned or suspected, or if breastfeeding.
Evaluation/Desired Outcomes⬆⬇
Resolution of signs/symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis.
