Moxicin Lp Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops
Moxicin Lp Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops Description
Moxicin Lp Eye Drop is an ocular antibiotic and steroid medication. It contains a combination of moxifloxacin and loteprednol as active substances. Moxicin Lp Eye Drop is used in the treatment of inf
lammation (redness, pain, swelling) of the eye after eye surgery which may be associated with a bacterial infection. It works by reducing inflammation and killing the infection-causing bacteria. Moxicin Lp Eye Drop is meant for ocular (eye) use and should be used externally only. Do not ingest this medicine. Avoid touching the dropper with your hands or with your eye. This eye drop should not be used in children under 18 years of age. Use Moxicin Lp Eye Drop exactly as recommended by your doctor. Do not use this medicine on your own.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹132.00 |
You Save | ₹18.00 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride(0.5 %W/V) + Loteprednol Etabonate(0.5 %W/V) |
Uses | Eye inflammation with infection |
Side effects | Headache, dry eyes, burning |
Therapy | OCCULAR ANTIBIOTIC AND STEROID |
Uses of Moxicin Lp Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops
Contraindications of Moxicin Lp Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops
- If you are allergic to moxifloxacin, loteprednol or any of the other ingredients of Moxicin Lp Eye Drop.
- If you have a history of allergy to any other corticosteroid or quinolones. If you are not sure what these medicines are, please confirm with your doctor.
- If you have eye diseases caused by viruses such as herpes simplex, vaccinia or varicella.
- If you have eye diseases caused by mycobacterium or fungi.
- If you are a breastfeeding woman.
Side effects of Moxicin Lp Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops
- Dry eyes
- Headache
- Eye pain
- Eye irritation
- Burning
Precautions and Warnings of Moxicin Lp Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a condition called glaucoma, with increased pressure in the eyes.
- You experience blurred vision or other visual disturbances after using this medicine.
- You experience an allergic reaction after using Moxicin Lp Eye Drop.
- You develop pain, redness, itching or inflammation that worsens.
- Your symptoms do not get better within two days.
- You wear contact lenses.
- You take medicines called fluoroquinolones, mainly if you are an elderly patient or if you are taking medicines called corticosteroids.
Mode of Action of Moxicin Lp Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops
How Does It Work?
- Moxicin Lp Eye Drop contains a combination of moxifloxacin and loteprednol as active substances.
- Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic that prevents certain chemicals in the bacteria that are essential for the proper maintenance and functioning of bacterial DNA (genetic material). The inhibition of these chemicals leads to the death of infection-causing bacteria....
- Loteprednol is a corticosteroid that works by reducing inflammation by stopping the release of certain natural substances that cause swelling and pain.
Directions for Use of Moxicin Lp Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops
- Use Moxicin Lp Eye Drop exactly as instructed by your doctor.
- Follow the directions carefully and do not miss an application.
- Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying.
- Close your eyes for 2 - 3 minutes and do not blink or squeeze.
- Avoid touching your eyes with the dropper. The dropper must be kept clean to avoid infections.
- Using a clean tissue or cloth, wipe any excess liquid from your face.
- Use the exact number of drops as recommended by your doctor.
- If you have been prescribed any other eye drops or eye ointments, keep an interval of at least 5 minutes between both the medicines.
Interactions of Moxicin Lp Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops
Interactions with other medicines
- Since Moxicin Lp Eye Drop are to be used externally, it is less likely to interact with other medicines.
- However, consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines to treat any other health conditions.
- Particular care should be taken if you are taking medicines called anticholinergics (used to treat conditions like gastrointestinal and muscular spasms, strong/sudden need to urinate or asthma) or other eye drops for the treatment of increased pressure in the eye....
- Medicines like ritonavir and cobicistat used for the treatment of HIV may increase the effect of Moxicin Lp Eye Drop.
Storage and disposal of Moxicin Lp Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops
- Store Moxicin Lp Eye Drop in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Moxicin Lp Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Moxicin Lp Eye Drop used for?
Q: Can Moxicin Lp Eye Drop be used while breastfeeding?
References
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 16 June 2022]
- Lotemax 0.5% w/v Eye Drops, Suspension - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 16 June 2022]
- Lotemax 0.5% w/v Eye Drops, Suspension - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 16 June 2022]
- MOXIVIG 0.5%w/v Eye Drops, Solution - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 16 June 2022]
- MOXIVIG 0.5%w/v Eye Drops, Solution - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 16 June 2022]
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