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Had eye infection for 6 wk dr gives tobradex (tobramycin and dexamethasone) n ofloxacin for 7 days then i stop go back to dr n he says stay on ofloxacin still not healed?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Eye infection: Six weeks is a long time to have an eye infection including a viral conjunctivitis. See an eye doctor for other possible considerations.

Answered 12/30/2013

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A member asked:

Had eye infection for 6 wk dr gives tobradex (tobramycin and dexamethasone) n ofloxacin for 7 days then i stop go back to dr n he says stay on ofloxacin still not healed?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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