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Besivance (active ingredient: besifloxacin) is a prescription antibiotic eye drop used to treat bacterial infections of the eye. It is specifically approved for bacterial conjunctivitis, commonly called pink eye, when the infection is caused by bacteria that are sensitive to besifloxacin.
Besivance is used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis, an infection that affects the conjunctiva. The conjunctiva is the thin, clear membrane that covers the white part of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelids.
Bacterial conjunctivitis can affect one or both eyes. It may spread through direct contact with infected eye discharge, contaminated hands, towels, cosmetics, or other personal items.
Symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis may include:
Besivance works directly against the bacteria responsible for the infection. As the number of bacteria decreases, symptoms such as redness, discharge, swelling, and irritation should gradually improve.
Besivance is only used for bacterial eye infections. It does not treat conjunctivitis caused by viruses, allergies, chemical irritation, or other non-bacterial causes. Because different types of conjunctivitis can cause similar symptoms, a healthcare provider may need to determine whether an antibiotic is appropriate.
Besivance belongs to a class of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones. These antibiotics work by interfering with important processes that bacteria need to survive and reproduce.
Bacteria must copy their DNA before they can multiply. They also need to organize and repair their DNA properly. Two bacterial enzymes, called DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, play an important role in these processes.
Besifloxacin blocks the activity of these enzymes. When the enzymes are blocked, bacteria cannot properly copy, repair, or maintain their DNA. This prevents the bacteria from multiplying and eventually causes the bacterial cells to die.
By killing susceptible bacteria and stopping them from spreading, Besivance helps the body’s natural healing process clear the infection.
Symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis may begin to improve after treatment starts, but the infection may not disappear immediately. Redness, discharge, and irritation can take some time to completely resolve.
Use Besivance exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Do not use more eye drops, use them more often, or continue treatment longer than directed unless your healthcare provider tells you to do so.
Even if your eye looks or feels better before treatment is finished, continue using Besivance for the full prescribed treatment period. Stopping an antibiotic too early may leave some bacteria alive, which can allow the infection to return.
Besivance should only be placed in the eye. It should not be swallowed, injected, or used for infections in other parts of the body.
Avoid touching the tip of the bottle to your eye, eyelid, fingers, or other surfaces. This can contaminate the bottle and may introduce additional bacteria into the eye.
Contact lenses generally should not be worn while you have signs or symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis. Your healthcare provider can advise you when it is safe to start wearing them again.
If your symptoms become worse, do not begin to improve, or return after treatment, contact your healthcare provider. Persistent eye redness, severe eye pain, sensitivity to light, changes in vision, or significant swelling may require additional medical evaluation.
Using Besivance appropriately helps eliminate the bacteria causing the infection while reducing the risk of treatment failure and antibiotic resistance.
Besivance ophthalmic suspension 0.6% should be used exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. It is an antibiotic eye drop intended for use in the affected eye or eyes only.
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before handling the eye drops.
Shake the bottle well before each use. Besivance is a suspension, so shaking helps distribute the medication evenly.
If you wear contact lenses, remove them before applying Besivance. Contact lenses should generally not be worn while you have symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis. If your healthcare provider says you may wear them, wait at least 15 minutes after using Besivance before putting them back in.
The usual dose of Besivance is one drop in the affected eye or eyes twice daily for 7 days.
The doses are generally given about 6 to 12 hours apart. Try to use the medication at around the same times each day to help you stay on schedule.
Always follow the exact dosing instructions provided by your healthcare provider.
Tilt your head back and gently pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket.
Hold the bottle above your eye and place one drop into the pocket. Avoid touching the dropper tip to your eye, eyelid, fingers, or any other surface. This helps prevent contamination.
After applying the drop, gently close your eye for a short period. Avoid rubbing your eye or blinking excessively.
If you use other eye drops or eye medications, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist how long you should wait between products.
Continue using Besivance for the full 7-day treatment period, or for as long as your healthcare provider has prescribed.
Do not stop using the medication early just because your symptoms improve. Stopping an antibiotic too soon may allow some bacteria to survive, which could cause the infection to return.
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your normal schedule. Do not use extra drops to make up for a missed dose unless your healthcare provider tells you to do so.
Besivance is used to treat certain bacterial eye infections, including bacterial conjunctivitis.
It does not treat eye conditions caused by viruses, fungi, allergies, or other non-bacterial causes. Antibiotics should only be used when a bacterial infection is present.
Wash your hands before and after touching your eyes or applying the medication.
Avoid sharing towels, washcloths, eye makeup, contact lenses, or other personal items that may come into contact with the eyes. These steps may help reduce the spread of bacterial conjunctivitis to other people.
Mild eye irritation may occur after using Besivance. However, contact your healthcare provider if your symptoms become worse, do not improve, or return after treatment.
Seek medical attention if you develop severe eye pain, significant swelling, changes in vision, or increasing redness.
Stop using Besivance and seek medical attention if you develop signs of a serious allergic reaction, such as:
Use Besivance only for the eye infection for which it was prescribed.
Do not swallow the medication or use it in other parts of the body. Do not share your eye drops with another person, even if they have similar symptoms.
Do not save leftover medication for a future eye infection unless your healthcare provider specifically tells you to do so.
Besivance (Besifloxacin) is available in the following forms and strength:
Wash your hands thoroughly before using Besivance.
Do not allow the tip of the bottle to touch your eye, eyelid, fingers, or any other surface. This can contaminate the bottle and may increase the risk of infection.
Remove contact lenses before applying Besivance.
Wait at least 15 minutes after using the eye drops before putting your contact lenses back in. If you have an active eye infection, your healthcare provider may recommend avoiding contact lenses until the infection has cleared.
Before each use, turn the Besivance bottle upside down and shake it once.
While keeping the bottle upside down, remove the cap. Tilt your head back, gently pull down your lower eyelid, and carefully squeeze the bottle to place one drop into the affected eye or eyes.
Avoid touching the bottle tip to your eye or surrounding skin during application.
The most commonly reported side effect in clinical studies was eye redness, which occurred in about 2% of patients.
Other side effects reported in about 1% to 2% of patients included:
These side effects are usually mild. Contact your healthcare provider if they become severe, do not go away, or interfere with your daily activities.
The safety and effectiveness of Besivance have not been established in infants younger than 1 year of age.
Talk to a healthcare provider before using Besivance in a young child.
Besivance starts working against the bacteria after it is applied to the eye. You may notice some improvement in symptoms within the first few days of treatment. The amount of time it takes for the infection to fully clear can vary. Continue using Besivance for the full treatment period prescribed by your healthcare provider, even if your symptoms improve sooner.
Besivance is usually prescribed for a specific treatment period based on your condition. Follow the exact instructions provided by your healthcare provider. Do not stop using Besivance early unless your healthcare provider tells you to. Finishing the prescribed course helps make sure the infection is properly treated and reduces the chance that it will return.
No. Besivance is specifically used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis caused by bacteria that are sensitive to besifloxacin. It does not treat eye infections caused by viruses, fungi, or other non-bacterial causes. Using an antibiotic when it is not needed will not help these conditions and may contribute to antibiotic resistance.
| Generic name: | Besifloxacin |
|---|---|
| Formulation: | Suspension |
| Strength(s): | 0.60% |
| Quantities Available: | 5mL, 15mL |
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When ordering Besivance (besifloxacin) from a Canadian pharmacy, you can typically purchase up to a 90-day supply at one time, which is standard for prescription medications to ensure effective treatment of chronic conditions without frequent refills.
Here’s what you need to know:
Dosage and Quantity: Besivance is commonly prescribed with a dosage of one drop in the affected eye(s) three times daily for up to 7 days.
For a 7-day supply:
For a 90-day supply, the quantity you will order will depend on your healthcare provider’s prescription and may vary based on the treatment plan they recommend.
No, we do not sell besifloxacin directly. However, you can still enjoy low prices on Besivance, which contains besifloxacin as an active ingredient. To purchase Besivance, you will need a valid prescription from your healthcare provider. We require this to dispense the medication safely and appropriately. You can submit your prescription by mailing it, faxing it, or uploading it through your online account on our website.
Yes, we ship Besivance (besifloxacin) to both the United States and Puerto Rico.
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