Moxigen 0.5% (Ophthalmic Solution)
5 ml drop: ৳ 160.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Moxifloxacin hydrochloride ophthalmic |
| Company | General pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Moxigen Ophthalmic Solution
Categories
- Medicine
- Ophthalmic Solution
- Antibacterial
- Eye Care
Description
- Moxigen ophthalmic solution is indicated for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis caused by susceptible strains of various microorganisms.
- The antimicrobial action of Moxifloxacin results from inhibition of the topoisomerase II (DNA gyrase) and topoisomerase IV.
- Dosage & Administration: Eye Drops, Eye Ointment, Intraocular injection. Interaction, Contraindications, Side Effects, Pregnancy & Lactation, Precautions & Warnings, Therapeutic Class, Storage Conditions
ActiveIngredients
- Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride
ColorOptions
- Clear
Size
- 10ml
- 20ml
Packaging
- Bottle
- Dropper
DosageForm
- Solution
- Ointment
EyeDropDosage
- One drop in the affected eye 3 times per day for 7 days
EyeOintmentDosage
- Apply thinly and evenly to the affected eye three times a day for the first two days, then apply two times a day for the next five days
IntraocularInjectionDosage
- 0.2-0.4 ml dose prior to ocular surgery via intraocular route
Pharmacology
- Inhibition of topoisomerase II and IV
- Enzyme involvement in bacterial DNA replication, transcription, and repair
- Key role in partitioning of chromosomal DNA during bacterial cell division
InteractionStudies
- No drug-drug interaction studies conducted
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Moxifloxacin or other quinolones
SideEffects
- Conjunctivitis
- Decreased visual acuity
- Dry eye
- Keratitis
- Ocular discomfort
- Ocular hyperemia
- Ocular pain
- Ocular pruritus
- Subconjunctival hemorrhage
- Tearing
- Nonocular adverse events: fever, increased cough, infection, otitis media, pharyngitis, rash, rhinitis
PregnancyLactation
- Use during pregnancy if potential benefit justifies potential risk to fetus
- Caution when administered to a nursing mother
PrecautionsWarnings
- Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms
- Examination with magnification if clinical judgment dictates
- Advised not to wear contact lenses if signs and symptoms of 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 the reach of children
- Do not touch dropper tip to any surface
- Do not use after one month of first opening