Besivance Ophthalmic Drops, Suspension 0.6pct Drug Medication Dosage Information
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Besivance: Ophthalmic drops, suspension (0.6%)

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Besivance 0.6% Ophthalmic Susp

What is this Medicine?

BESIFLOXACIN (be si FLOX a sin) is a quinolone antibiotic. It is used to treat bacterial eye infections.

CVS Pharmacy Patient Statistics for Besivance: Ophthalmic drops, suspension(0.6%)
Generic vs. Brand Name Usage*
*Brand contains same active ingredient but may not represent FDA-approved generic equivalent
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In-Depth Information

Besivance 0.6% Ophthalmic Suspension

NDC: 242080446
  • Prescription Required
  • Not a Controlled Drug
    (CSA Schedule)
  • FDA Approved




FDA approved for the following conditions:
Bacterial Conjunctivitis

Storage Information
Protect from light
Store between 59 to 77 degrees F
Besivance 0.6% Ophthalmic Suspension
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Reported Side Effects for Besivance 0.6% Ophthalmic Suspension

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Headache Incidence:
1.0-2.0%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: EARLY
Eye Pain Incidence:
1.0-2.0%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: EARLY
Itchy Eyes Incidence:
1.0-2.0%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: RAPID
Blurred Vision Incidence:
1.0-2.0%*
Severity: MODERATE
Onset: EARLY
Eye Irritation Incidence:
1.0-2.0%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: RAPID
Red Eyes Incidence:
2.0%*
Severity: MODERATE
Onset: EARLY
*This is an approximate aggregated range of reported side effects from clinical studies performed on this drug. Your experience with this drug may be different.
Pregnancy & Lactation Information
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FIRST Trimester

Class C - Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. OR No animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.

SECOND Trimester

Class C - Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. OR No animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.

THIRD Trimester

Class C - Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. OR No animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.

Lactation

Compatible - This drug is generally safe to take by nursing mothers.


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