Uses

Moxifloxacin ophthalmic (for use in the eyes) is an antibiotic that is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye.

You should not use moxifloxacin ophthalmic if you have a fungal or viral infection in your eyes (including herpes simplex).

Moxifloxacin ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Moxifloxacin ophthalmic side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Moxifloxacin ophthalmic may cause serious side effects. Stop using moxifloxacin ophthalmic and call your doctor at once if you have:

• severe burning, stinging, or irritation after using this medicine; or
  
• signs of eye infection--swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage.
  

Common side effects of moxifloxacin ophthalmic may include:

• dry or watery eyes;
  
• eye pain, redness, or discomfort; or
  
• blurred vision.
  

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

How should I use moxifloxacin ophthalmic?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Keep using this medicine even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses could make your infection resistant to medication. Moxifloxacin ophthalmic will not treat a viral infection.

Wash your hands before using eye medication.

To apply the eye drops: Pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket and squeeze a drop into this pocket. Close your eyes for 1 or 2 minutes.

Use only the prescribed number of drops.

Do not touch the dropper tip or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye and lead to serious vision problems.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse. Do not use this medicine longer than prescribed.

Store at room temperature, in an upright position and tightly closed. Do not freeze.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use moxifloxacin ophthalmic if you are allergic to moxifloxacin or similar medicines such as:

• ciprofloxacin, gemifloxacin, levofloxacin, ofloxacin, norfloxacin, or others.
  

Tell your doctor if you wear contact lenses.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Disclaimer: Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.