INTRODUCTION
MOXI EYE DROPS contains Moxifloxacin which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis and other eye infections. Bacterial conjunctivitis is the infection of the transparent membrane (conjunctiva) that lines the eyelid and covers the white part of your eyeball. Symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis include pain, discomfort, redness, itching, irritation, and watering of the eyes.
Patients should be advised not to wear contact lenses if they have signs and symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis. MOXI EYE DROPS should be used with caution in pregnant women or if you think you may be pregnant and in breastfeeding woman. Consult your doctor before using.
MOXI EYE DROPS is not recommended for use in the newborn and it should be used with caution in children and adolescents. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age and body weight. MOXI EYE DROPS should be used with caution in elderly patients of above 65 years of age. The common side effects are eye pain or irritation. Consult your doctor if the above symptoms does not improve.
USES OF MOXI EYE DROPS
Used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis and other eye infections
HOW MOXI EYE DROPS WORKS
MOXI EYE DROPS works by inhibiting the bacterial enzymes DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV which are required for DNA replication and transcription resulting in cell death. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing and destroys them.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Use MOXI EYE DROPS exactly as directed by your physician. Instill the medicine as advised by the physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your age, body weight and severity of the infection.
SIDE EFFECTS OF MOXI EYE DROPS
COMMON
Eye pain or irritation
UNCOMMON
Dryness, itchiness, and redness of eye
Eye surface inflammation or scarring
Broken blood vessel in eye seen as a bright red patch
Abnormal eye sensation, swelling
Headache
Bad taste
RARE
Corneal disorder
Blurred or reduced vision
Inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva
Eye strain or swelling
Vomiting
Nose discomfort
Feeling of a lump in the throat, pain and throat irritation
Signs of decreased iron in blood pale skin, weakness, cold hands, and feet
Signs of abnormal liver blood test like yellowing of eyes and skin
Stop using MOXI EYE DROPS and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
Swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, face, lips, mouth, or throat which may cause difficulty in swallowing or breathing
Rash or hives, large fluid filled blisters
Sores and ulceration