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Brand name: Besivance TM

Active ingredients: besifloxacin

What it is used for

Besivance is indicated for the treatment of severe, confirmed bacterial conjunctivitis caused by besifloxacin sensitive bacteria. Besivance is indicated for adults and children 12 months and older.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Ophthalmic.

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Discard 4 weeks after opening
  • Protect from Light
  • Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Protect from Light
  • Discard 4 weeks after opening
  • Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

Off-white to slightly yellow , opaque liquid

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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