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Moxoft Eye Drop, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Moxoft Eye Drop also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Moxoft Eye Drop. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Moxoft Eye Drop include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Moxoft Eye Drop as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Moxoft Eye Drop normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Moxoft Eye Drop is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Moxoft Eye Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Moxoft Eye Drop related warnings section.
Moxoft Eye Drop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Moxoft Eye Drop in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral. Other contraindications of Moxoft Eye Drop have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Moxoft Eye Drop with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Moxoft Eye Drop is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Moxoft Eye Drop is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Moxoft Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
Moxoft can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Moxoft, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Moxoft Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Moxoft. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Moxoft Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
Using Moxoft does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Moxoft Eye Drop on the Liver?
Moxoft does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Moxoft Eye Drop on the Heart?
Moxoft is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Moxoft Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Moxoft Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Moxoft Eye Drop does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Moxoft Eye Drop. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Moxoft Eye Drop only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Moxoft Eye Drop for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Moxoft Eye Drop
When consumed with certain foods, Moxoft Eye Drop may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Moxoft Eye Drop
Drinking alcohol while taking Moxoft Eye Drop may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Moxoft contains moxifloxacin (a broad-spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as fluoroquinolones). It works by inhibiting enzymes (topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase) in bacteria which prevents the DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination that is essential for the survival of the susceptible organism. In this way Moxoft is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Enterococcus faecalis, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Moraxella catarrhalis.
Yes, Moxoft can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Moxoft along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Discontinuing Moxoft on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Moxoft can treat sinusitis (inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages) caused by bacterial infection. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.
Yes, Moxoft is an antibiotic. It contains moxifloxacin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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