Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml 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 10 ml 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 10 ml in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor based on your medical condition. Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml 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 10 ml 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 10 ml 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 10 ml. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml with proper consultation and caution. Drive or operate machinery only when you do not experience any discomfort in the eyes while using eye drops.

Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml 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.

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

Do not use Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml if you are allergic to any of its components. Please let your doctor know if you have a history of liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, fungal infections, and ulceration of the eye. Please consult your doctor if you plan to conceive, are pregnant, or breastfeeding before starting Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience blurred vision. Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml is not recommended for use in infants younger than one year of age.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Festive Dee Optic Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml may interact with fits medicines (phenytoin, phenobarbitone), respiratory drugs (ephedrine), antibiotics (rifampicin), and HIV/AIDS medicines (ritonavir, cobicistat).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have ulceration of the eye or heart problems such as prolonged QT interval.

• PHENYTOIN
• PHENOBARBITONE
• EPHEDRINE
• RIFAMPICIN
• RITONAVIR
• COBICISTAT

Eye infections: 

• Wash your hands regularly. Avoid touching the eyes with dirty hands. 
• Avoid rubbing the eyes.
• Avoid sharing eye makeup such as eyeliner, mascara or kohl.
• Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.
• Regularly wash and change the pillowcases.
• If you wear contact lens: Clean and replace contact lens more often. Never share contact lens. Always remember to wash your hands before inserting and after removing the contact lens. 
• Avoid staring at the digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes for every 20minutes.
• Blink regularly as it helps in the spread of hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.

Ear infections: 

• Include fruits, vegetables, high-quality proteins and whole wheat grains in your diet to strengthen the immune system.
• Avoid consuming foods that you are allergic to as it can cause the body to produce excess mucus leading to inflammation.
• Avoid getting things like shampoo, soap, and water into the ear as it can cause itching.
• Do not poke or scratch the ear as it can cause damage to the ear canal, leading to inflammation. The inflamed skin can be infected by bacteria or fungi, which can cause infections in the ear.
• Stay healthy as immunity prevents infections.

Bacterial eye infections: The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, and keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the infection or inflammation of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. A stye is a bump on the eyelid or base of eyelashes. Keratitis is the inflammation of the cornea. It is a common problem in people who wear contact lenses. Symptoms include redness, pain, discomfort, itchiness, burning sensation, and watery discharge from the eye.

Bacterial ear infections: An ear infection occurs when the bacteria affect the middle or outer ear, leading to pain and inflammation. An ear infection occurs when the Eustachian tubes (small tunes that run from each ear to the back of the throat) become blocked or swollen. Ear infections can be painful due to inflammation and fluid build-up. Symptoms include pain or discomfort inside the ear, pus or fluid-like drainage from the ear, feeling of pressure inside the ear, and loss of hearing.