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Moxideka eye drops with the main ingredient is Moxifloxacin, indicated in cases of infectious conjunctivitis caused by strains of bacteria sensitive to Moxifloxacin. The following article provides you with information on the uses, dosage and precautions when using Moxideka.
1. What is Moxideka?
Moxideka drug has the main active ingredient is Moxifloxacin, the drug is prepared in the form of eye drops. Each 5ml of Moxideka eye drops contains 25mg of Moxifloxacin.
Moxifloxacin is a synthetic fluoroquinolone antibiotic with activity and activity similar to Ciprofloxacin. Moxifloxacin is bactericidal against Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, by inhibiting topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase (topoisomerase II), which are enzymes required for DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination. of bacteria.
Moxifloxacin is active against the following strains of bacteria both in vitro and clinically:
Gram-positive bacteria: strains of Corynebacterium, strains of Microbacterium, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Staphylococcus haemolyticus, Micrococcus luteus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus viridans. Gram-negative bacteria: strains Acinetobacter, Haemophilus influenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Chlamydia trachomatis
2. Indications and contraindications to the drug Moxideka
Indications:
Moxideka eye drops are indicated in cases of infectious conjunctivitis caused by strains of bacteria sensitive to Moxifloxacin. Moxideka should only be taken by prescription from a doctor. Contraindications:
Moxideka is contraindicated for use in cases of allergy or hypersensitivity to Moxifloxacin, Quinolone antibiotics or any of its ingredients.
3. How to take Moxideka
Dosage of Moxideka eye drops is usually indicated as follows:
Adults and children from 1 year of age: Put 1 - 2 drops in the infected eye each time x 3 - 4 times a day, instill in the eyes for 7 days. - 14 days. In case the symptoms do not improve after 5 days of taking the drug, the treatment regimen should be reviewed. Children under 1 year: Eye drops dosage and usage as directed by a doctor.
4. The side effects of the drug Moxideka
The most common adverse effects that have been reported with the use of Moxideka eye drops include:
Transient decrease in visual acuity ; Sensation of a foreign body in the eye; Transient burning of the eyes; Pain or discomfort in the eye; Photophobia, fever, headache, sore throat. Some other adverse reactions that have been reported with a frequency of less than 1 % include: Allergic reactions, dry eyes, eyelid edema and itching.
In case of experiencing side effects when using Moxideka eye drops, the patient should stop using and notify the doctor for timely treatment.
5. Notes when using Moxideka
Similar to the use of other antibiotics, prolonged use of Moxideka ophthalmic solution has the risk of causing proliferation of non-susceptible microorganisms such as fungi. In the event of a superinfection, the drug should be discontinued and an appropriate alternative treatment instituted. In addition, advise patients not to wear contact lenses if there are symptoms of infection. Do not touch the tip of the Moxideka vial to any surface, including the eyes, to avoid contamination of the medicine. Use Moxideka within 1 month of opening. Pregnancy: Adequate and well-controlled studies of the use of moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution have not been conducted in pregnant women. Moxifloxacin should be used with caution in pregnant women, if the potential benefit to the mother outweighs the risk to the fetus. Lactation: Studies have shown that moxifloxacin may be excreted in breast milk. Moxifloxacin should not be used in nursing mothers because it may harm a nursing infant. In case it is necessary to use, carefully weigh the benefits and risks, it is possible to stop breastfeeding during the time of taking the drug.
6. Drug interactions
There are no specific drug interaction studies with moxifloxacin eye drops. However, when using some quinolone antibiotics, systemic administration may increase theophylline concentration, increase the effect of the anticoagulant Warfarin, affect the metabolism of caffeine, and increase the serum creatinine concentration transiently in patients taking the drug. Concomitant systemic use of Cyclosporin.
In summary, Moxideka ophthalmic solution is indicated in infectious conjunctivitis caused by bacteria sensitive to moxifloxacin. Before taking Moxideka, it is best to consult with your doctor for instructions on safe and effective use of the drug.
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