Flomox 0.5% (Ophthalmic Solution)
5 ml drop: ৳ 140.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Moxifloxacin hydrochloride ophthalmic |
| Company | Osl pharma limited |
Indications
- Treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis
- Effective against Aerobic Gram-positive microorganisms
- Effective against Aerobic Gram-negative microorganisms
- Effective against Other microorganisms
- Highly effective intraocular antibiotic
Pharmacology
- Antimicrobial action from inhibition of topoisomerase II
- Inhibition of topoisomerase IV
- Involvement in replication, transcription and repair of bacterial DNA
- Key role in the partitioning of chromosomal DNA during bacterial cell division
Dosage & Administration
- Dosage for Eye Drops
- Dosage for Eye Ointment
- Dosage for Intraocular injection
Interaction
- No known drug-drug interactions
- Does not inhibit specific cytochrome P450 isozymes
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to Moxifloxacin or quinolones
Side Effects
- Frequently reported ocular adverse events
- Nonocular adverse events
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use during pregnancy must justify potential risk to fetus
- Potential excretion in human milk
- Caution during nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms
- Discontinue use if superinfection occurs
- Examination with magnification if necessary
- Advisory on contact lens usage
Therapeutic Class
- Ophthalmic antibacterial drugs
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C
- Do not freeze
- Store in cool and dry place, protected from light
- Keep out of the reach of children
- Do not touch dropper tip to any surface
- Do not use after one month of first opening