Moxiopt (0.5% 5mL) drops

Introduction

How To Use

• Moxifloxacin comes as an ophthalmic solution (liquid) to instill in the eyes.
• Moxifloxacin is usually used three times a day for 7 days.
• Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
• Check the dropper tip to make sure that it is not chipped or cracked.
• Avoid touching the dropper tip against the eye or anything else; eye drops and droppers must be kept clean.
• While tilting the head back, pull down the lower lid of the eye with the index finger to form a pocket.
• Hold the dropper (tip down) with the other hand, as close to the eye as possible without touching it.
• Brace the remaining fingers of that hand against your face.
• While looking up, gently squeeze the dropper so that a single drop falls into the pocket made by the lower eyelid.
• Remove the index finger from the lower eyelid.
• Close the eye for 2 to 3 minutes and tip your head down as though looking at the floor.
• Try not to blink or squeeze the eyelids.
• Place a finger on the tear duct and apply gentle pressure.
• Wipe any excess liquid from the face with a tissue.
• Replace and tighten the cap on the dropper bottle.
• Do not wipe or rinse the dropper tip.
• Wash the hands to remove any medication.
• Use moxifloxacin regularly to get the most benefit from it.
• To help remember, use moxifloxacin at the same time.
• Quantity is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
• Do not increase your quantity or take this product more often than directed.

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.

Primary Uses

Indications

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

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)

Contraindications

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

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.