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moxifloxacin

This medication is used for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis (inflammation of the conjunctiva in the eye) caused by organisms.

Contradications

This medicine is contraindicated in the case of hypersensitivity to the active substance or any of its excipients, or to other quinolones. 

Side effects

Patients using Moxiopt may experience conjunctivitis (inflammation or infection of eye), reduced visual acuity (worsening of eyesight), dry eyes, keratitis (inflammation of the eye), eye discomfort, subconjunctival haemorrhage (bursting of small blood vessels in the eye), tearing, pain, redness and itching, dysgeusia (distortion of sense of taste)

Expert Advice

Remove your contact lenses and wash your hands properly before use.

Sit or lie down to instill, open eye, look at ceiling and put the solution into your eye.

Avoid touching tip of applicator with eye.

FAQs

How do I apply this medication?

Wash your hands, remove lenses, look towards ceiling, pull down the lower lid and add eye drops.

What are some symptoms of allergic reaction?

If you are allergic to this you may experience rash, constant burning, pain, changes in vision, itching, swelling in eyes or worsening of conditions

Will I see instant results?

It may take some time for the medicine to work effectively. Use it regularly and as prescribed by your healthcare provider for the best results.

What is the dosage in adults and children?

Use eye drops 1 drop in the affected eye three times daily for 7 days. Continue treatment for 2-3 days after infection clears. Go to your doctor if there is no improvement in condition.

Should I stop this therapy if I feel better?

No, complete full course of therapy even if you feel better.

Medicines containing moxifloxacin

Vigamox 5ml 0.5%

By Alcon Pharma

Pack size: 5ml

Rs.549.84

Moxigan Opthalmic Solution 0.5 % 0.5%

By Barrett

Pack size: 5ml

Rs.350

X-Gen 0.005

By Genix

Pack size: 5ml

Rs.350

Xemox Eye Drop 5ml

By Kobec

Pack size: 5ml

Rs.257

Mofest 400mg

By Sami

Pack size: 5s

Rs.420

Moxiopt (0.5% 5mL)

By Hudson Pharma's

Pack size: 1's

Rs.191.17

X-Gen 400 mg

By Genix

Pack size: 1 x 5's

Rs.450