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MFC Eye Drop is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of MFC Eye Drop have also been explained below.
The right dosage of MFC Eye Drop depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of MFC Eye Drop include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of MFC Eye Drop as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of MFC Eye Drop normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
MFC Eye Drop's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if MFC Eye Drop has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the MFC Eye Drop related warnings section.
MFC Eye Drop is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of MFC Eye Drop have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, MFC Eye Drop may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for MFC Eye Drop, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
MFC 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 MFC Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
Mfc can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Mfc right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of MFC Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Mfc should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of MFC Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
Mfc is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of MFC Eye Drop on the Liver?
Using Mfc does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of MFC Eye Drop on the Heart?
Side effects of Mfc rarely affect the heart.
MFC Eye Drop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take MFC Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this MFC Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of MFC Eye Drop has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the MFC Eye Drop can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume MFC Eye Drop only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of MFC Eye Drop in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and MFC Eye Drop
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes MFC Eye Drop to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and MFC Eye Drop
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking MFC Eye Drop are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Yes, Mfc 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.
Yes, Mfc covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Bacteroides fragilis, Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron, Clostridium perfringens, and Peptostreptococcus species.
No, Mfc does not cause a headache. It has not been reported by the patient's who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing a headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balms and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Mfc 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 Mfc 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, Mfc might cause tendinitis and tendon rupture. It has been associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in patients of all ages.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 579-584
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Avelox (moxifloxacin hydrochloride)