About moxifloxacin hcl
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
Used for
- Treats bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye).
Usual adult dose
Instill 1 drop in the affected eye(s) three times daily for 7 days.
Usual dose in children
For children aged 1 year and older: 1 drop in the affected eye(s) three times daily for 7 days.
Common side effects
- Eye irritation, redness, itching, or discomfort
- Temporary blurred vision
- Bitter taste after use
Important warnings
- For eye use only; do not inject or swallow.
- Avoid touching the dropper tip to surfaces or the eye.
- Stop use and seek urgent care for severe allergic reactions.
- Not effective for viral or fungal eye infections.
Pregnancy
Limited human data; use when clearly needed after considering benefits and risks.
Breastfeeding
Unknown whether eye drops enter breast milk; systemic exposure is expected to be low.
Interactions
- No important interactions are expected with correct eye use.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.