Composition
Moxifloxacin Sterile Eye Drops: Each mL drops contains Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride USP equivalent to Moxifloxacin 5 mg.
Preservative: Product is self preserved
Pharmacology
Moxifloxacin active in vitro against a broad spectrum of Gram-positive and Gram-negative ocular pathogens, atypical microorganisms and anaerobes. It works against topoisomerase II and topoisomerase IV.
Indications
Bacterial conjunctivitis, Blepharitis, Dacryocystitis, Hordeolum (Stye), Tarsadenitis, Keratitis as well as preoperative & postoperative prophylaxis.
Dosage & Administration
Moxifloxacin Eye Drops: One drop in the affected eyes, 3 times a day for 7 days or as advised by the registered physician.
- Wash hands before using the eye drops
- Pull down your eyelid with a clean finger
- Bring the dropper tip close to the eye
- Gently press the bottom of the dropper to release of medicine
- Gently close your
- eyes 2-3 minutes after administration
Contraindications
Moxifloxacin Eye Drops is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Moxifloxacin, to other quinolones or to any of the components in this medication.
Side Effects
After ocular use the following adverse effect has been reported: Burning or discomfort, keratopathy, corneal staining, corneal precipitates or infiltrates and photophobia.
Warnings & Precautions
As with other anti-infectives, prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms, including fungi.
- Do not pierce with needles
- Do not cut with scissor or knife
- Do not touch the nozzle/dropper tip
- Close the upper part of the cap with the container just after the use
- After 30 days using please keep the container in bin
Special Guideline
- If more than one topical ophthalmic product is to be used, other eye drops should be instilled at least 5 to 10 minutes apart.
- If using two types of eye medications such as solution and suspension, use the solution first and then use suspension.
- If using eye drops and an eye ointment, use the eye drops first then apply the ointment at least 10 minutes later.
- Don't share eye drops with another persons because sharing drops could spread germs and infection.
Use in Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy: Moxifloxacin Eye Drops should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus as there are no adequate and well-documented studies in pregnant women.
Lactation: Moxifloxacin has not been measured in human milk, although it can be presumed to be excreted in human milk. Caution should be exercised when Moxifloxacin Eye Drops are administered to a lactating mother.
Use in Children & Adolescents
Moxifloxacin Eye Drops: Safe and well tolerated in pediatric patients, including all age categories: newborns (0-27 days), infants and toddlers (28 days-23 months), children (2-11 years) and adolescents (12-17 years).
Drug Interactions
Drug-drug interaction studies have not been conducted with Moxifloxacin Eye Drops
Overdose
No information is available.
Storage
Store below 30°C temperature, away from light and in a dry place. Keep out of the reach of children.
Packaging
Moxifloxacin Sterile Eye Drops: Each LDPE dropper bottle contains 5 mL Sterile & Pyrogen free Eye Drops and a patient information leaflet.