Indications
Moxquin eye drop is indicated for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis caused by susceptible strains of the following organisms:
Aerobic Gram-positive microorganisms:
Corynebacterium species, Micrococcus luteus, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Staphylococcus haemolyticus, Staphylococcus hominis, Staphylococcus warneri, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus viridans group.
Aerobic Gram-negative microorganisms:
Acinetobacter lwoffii, Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae
Other microorganisms: Chlamydia trachomatis
Dosage & Administration
Adults and children (1 year of age and older)
One drop in infected eye(s) three times a day for 7 days.
Children up to 1 year of age
Use and dose must be determined by doctor.
Side Effects
Burning, dry or itching eyes; change in vision; eye discharge; pain in eye; redness of eye; swelling of eye, eyelid, or inner lining of eyelid; tearing.
Precautions
As with other anti-infectives, prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms, including fungi. If superinfection occurs, discontinue use and institute alternative therapy. To prevent contamination do not touch the tip of the dropper to eye, eyelid or any surface of of the affected eye. Keep the bottle tightly closed after use.
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Contraindications
Moxquin eye drop is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Moxifloxacin, to other Quinolones or to any of the components in this medication.
Use in Pregnancy & Lactation
No adequate and well-controlled studies are established in pregnant women. Moxquin solution should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
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