Moxigen 0.5% (Ophthalmic Ointment)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Moxifloxacin hydrochloride ophthalmic |
| Company | General pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
Moxigen Ophthalmic Solution
Categories
- Medicine
- Ophthalmology
- Antibacterial
Description
Moxigen ophthalmic solution is indicated for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis caused by susceptible strains of various microorganisms. It has a pharmacological action resulting from the inhibition of topoisomerase II and IV. The dosage and administration include instructions for eye drops, eye ointment, and intraocular injections. The medicine has no reported drug-drug interactions and is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to its components.
Indications
- Bacterial Conjunctivitis Treatment
- Intraocular Antibiotic
- Postoperative Bacterial Endophthalmitis Prevention
Microorganisms
- Corynebacterium species
- Micrococcus luteus
- Staphylococcus aureus
- Staphylococcus epidermidis
- Staphylococcus haemolyticus
- Staphylococcus hominis
- Staphylococcus warneri
- Streptococcus pneumoniae
- Streptococcus viridans group
- Haemophilus influenzae
- Haemophilus parainfluenzae
- Chlamydia trachomatis
PharmacologicalAction
Inhibition of Topoisomerase II and IV
DosageAdministration
- EyeDrops: One drop in the affected eye 3 times per day for 7 days
- EyeOintment: Thin and even application three times a day for the first two days, followed by twice a day for the next five days, or as advised by physician
- IntraocularInjection: 0.2-0.4 ml dose prior to ocular surgery
NonocularAdverseEvents
- Fever
- Increased Cough
- Infection
- Otitis Media
- Pharyngitis
- Rash
- Rhinitis
PregnancyLactation
Caution advised during pregnancy and lactation due to potential risk to fetus and potential excretion in human milk
PrecautionsWarnings
- Prolonged Use Caution
- Superinfection Risk
- Avoid Wearing Contact Lenses with Bacterial Conjunctivitis
TherapeuticClass
Ophthalmic antibacterial drugs
StorageConditions
Store below 25°C, do not freeze, store in cool and dry place, protected from light, keep out of reach of children, do not touch dropper tip to any surface, and do not use after one month of first opening
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