FESTIVE DEE DROPS

Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops is primarily used to treat bacterial infections of the ear and eye. Bacterial eye infection is associated with the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. An ear infection occurs when the bacteria affect the middle or outer ear, leading to pain and inflammation.

Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops contains Ofloxacin, Dexamethasone phosphate, and Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. Ofloxacin works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase, an enzyme required for the replication, transcription, and repair of the DNA. Dexamethasone phosphate blocks the production of prostaglandins that make the affected area red, swollen, and itchy. Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose relieves the dryness and irritation of the eyes caused due to reduced tear flow. It acts as a lubricant and moistens the ear.

Use Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor based on your medical condition. Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops is generally safe to use. However, some may experience side effects like temporary stinging, burning, redness or watering of the eyes, eye/ear discomfort and irritation. Most of these side effects of Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney diseases, fungal infections, and heart problems before using Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops with proper consultation and caution. Drive or operate machinery only when you do not experience any discomfort in the eyes while using eye drops.

Treatment of Bacterial infections of the ear and eye

Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops treats various bacterial infections of the eye and ear. It contains Ofloxacin, Dexamethasone phosphate, and Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. Ofloxacin is a quinolone antibiotic that inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase, an enzyme required for the replication, transcription, and repair of the DNA. Dexamethasone phosphate is a corticosteroid and blocks prostaglandins’ production (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy. Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose relieves the dryness and irritation of the eyes caused due to reduced tear flow. It acts as a lubricant and moistens the ear.

Ear drops: Do not touch the dropper and hold it close to the ear by tilting your head to the side. Gently squeeze the dropper to instil the drops in the ear. Keep your head tilted for a minute to let the drops soak in.Eye drops: Tilt your head back and pull your lower eyelid downwards. Gently squeeze the dropper and instil the drops into the eye. Blink a few times to spread the medication inside your eye. It is advisable to press gently on the eyelid’s inner corner for 3 minutes to prevent the solution from draining into the nose and throat, especially in children.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

 

• Eye/ear discomfort
• Eye irritation
• Temporary stinging
• Burning sensation
• Redness
• Watering of the eyes.