About moxifloxacin eq to moxifloxacin hcl
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
Used for
- Treats bacterial conjunctivitis and other susceptible eye infections.
Usual adult dose
Usually 1 drop in the affected eye(s) three times daily for 7 days; follow the prescribed regimen.
Usual dose in children
Usually 1 drop in the affected eye(s) three times daily for 7 days; dosing depends on age and local labeling.
Common side effects
- Temporary eye irritation or discomfort
- Dry eye or blurred vision
- Watery eyes
- Unpleasant taste
Important warnings
- For eye use only; avoid touching the dropper tip to surfaces.
- Stop and seek urgent care for severe allergic reactions or significant eye pain or vision changes.
- Do not use contact lenses during active eye infection unless a clinician advises otherwise.
- Unnecessary antibiotic use can promote resistant bacteria.
Pregnancy
Absorption into the body is expected to be low, but pregnancy-specific evidence is limited; use when clinically needed.
Breastfeeding
Systemic exposure is expected to be low; use as prescribed and avoid contaminating the infant with drops.
Interactions
- Few interactions are expected with eye drops; tell a clinician about other eye medicines.
- Separate other eye drops by at least 5 minutes.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.