Fotiflox Eye Drop 0/5/5ml

What it is used for: Eye Infection.

Indications as listed by the manufacturer: Moxifloxacin eye drops are used for the treatment of infections of the eye (conjunctivitis) when caused by bacteria.

How it works: Moxifloxacin has in vitro activity against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative microorganisms. The bactericidal action of moxifloxacin results from inhibition of the topoisomerase II (DNA gyrase) and topoisomerase IV required for bacterial DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination. It appears that the C8-methoxy moiety contributes to enhanced activity and lower selection of resistant mutants of Gram-positive bacteria compared to the C8-H moiety. The presence of the bulky bicycloamine substituent at the C 7 position prevents active efflux, associated with the NorA or pmrA genes seen in certain Gram-positive bacteria.

Active ingredient: Moxifloxacin HCl.

Reported side effects: Common: may affect up to 1 in 10 people Effects in the eye: eye pain, eye irritation, dry eye, itchy eye, redness of the eye General side effects: bad taste . Uncommon: may affect up to 1 in 100 people Effects in the eye: corneal disorder, eye surface inflammation or scarring, broken blood vessel in eye, inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva, abnormal eye sensation, blurred or reduced vision, eye swelling, eyelid abnormality, itching, redness or swelling. General side effects: headache, vomiting, decreased iron in blood, abnormal liver blood tests, pain, throat irritation, abnormal skin sensation, nose discomfort, feeling of a lump in the throat.

Known drug interactions: Ask your doctor or Pharmacist for any drug interactions.

In adults, including the elderly and children is: 1 drop in the affected eye or eyes, 3 times a day (in the morning, in the afternoon and at night). The infection normally improves within 5 days. If no improvement is seen, contact your doctor. You should continue to use the drops for a further 2-3 days or as long as your doctor told you to. Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

Active ingredient: Moxifloxacin HCl. Labelled strength: 0.5%.

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

Manufactured by Fotiflox Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd.. Country of origin: United Kingdom.