Moxifloxacin+Tobramycin
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Eye infection, bacterial conjunctivitis |
| Therapy | Ocular Antibiotic |
| Side Effects | Eye irritation or burning sensation, Redness of the eye, Eyelid itching or swelling, Conjunctivitis |
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Molecule Description
Moxifloxacin+Tobramycin is a prescription eye preparation used to manage bacterial infections affecting the eyes. It is a combination of moxifloxacin and tobramycin, which belongs to a group of medicine called antibiotics that work together to control infection, reduce redness, swelling, and discharge, and help restore eye comfort. It is commonly used when broad coverage against bacteria is required. Moxifloxacin+Tobramycin is used to treat infection of eyes caused by bacteria in adults and children aged 2 years and older when prescribed.
Uses
- Eye infection
- Bacterial conjunctivitis
- Inflammation of the eye
Contraindications
When should one not use Moxifloxacin+Tobramycin
- If you are allergic to tobramycin, moxifloxacin, or any other ingredients present in Moxifloxacin+Tobramycin
- If you have a known hypersensitivity to quinolone or aminoglycoside antibiotics
- If you have experienced severe allergic reactions to any antibiotic eye preparations in the past
- If your eye condition is not bacterial in nature, as this medicine should only be used when advised by a doctor
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Most side effects are mild and temporary and usually settle as your eye adjusts to this medicine. Common side effects may include:
- Eye irritation or burning sensation
- Redness of the eye
- Eyelid itching or swelling
- Conjunctivitis
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Mild fever
- If any side effect persists, worsens, or causes significant discomfort, consult your doctor.
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have an allergy to moxifloxacin
- You have an allergy to tobramycin
- You are wearing lenses
- You develop pain or swelling of the tendons (tendinitis)
- You have cataract, glaucoma, or an eye infection
- You are on oral antibiotics of aminoglycosides class
- You develop worsening redness, swelling, or itching after using this medicine; stop using it and consult your doctor immediately
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Moxifloxacin+Tobramycin contains two antibiotics that work together to fight eye infections. Tobramycin helps kill bacteria by stopping them from making essential proteins needed for survival. Moxifloxacin prevents bacteria from multiplying and repairing themselves. Together, they help clear the infection.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Aminoglycosides are contraindicated with topical tobramycin present in Moxifloxacin+Tobramycin.
Dosage
Overdose
Incase of overdose or any unexpected symptoms like redness, burning, etc. rush to the nearest hospital and consult a physician.
Missed a Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If the next dose is approaching, skip the missing dose. Use your next dose at the same time every day. To catch up, do not increase the dose. Do not take two doses at a time.
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