As with all prescription medications, inform your prescribing doctor about any medical conditions you have and any medications and supplements you are currently taking before starting treatment with otic ofloxacin. This drug can interact with other medicines and substances, leading to potentially serious side effects.
You should tell your provider if you are taking:
Corticosteroids: Concurrent use of otic ofloxacin with corticosteroid ear drops may increase the risk of fungal or bacterial overgrowth in the ear.
Other ear drops or ear medications: Using multiple ear medications simultaneously can reduce the effectiveness of otic ofloxacin or lead to unpredictable interactions.
Systemic fluoroquinolone antibiotics: Using oral or intravenous fluoroquinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin) while using otic ofloxacin can increase the risk of systemic side effects. However, the risk is generally low when using ear drops.
This is not a complete list of all drugs that interact with otic ofloxacin. Make a comprehensive list of all medicines and supplements that you take before starting treatment with this drug.
You should also tell your health care provider about any medical conditions you manage.
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or plan on becoming pregnant before starting treatment with ofloxacin. If you become pregnant while taking this medication, stop taking it and inform your health care provider immediately.