Moxifenac Eye Drop

How to use Moxifenac Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

How Medicine Works

Moxifenac Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Bromfenac and Moxifloxacin which treat eye infections. Bromfenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling) in the eye. Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves.

Expert Advice

• You have been prescribed Moxifenac Eye Drop for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
• Use it twice a day (in the morning and the evening). If your symptoms are particularly severe, your doctor may suggest you use them up to four times a day.
• Wash your hands first before applying Moxifenac Eye Drop. To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.
• Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after putting the medication. This will prevent the medication from draining out. Try not to blink or rub your eye.
• Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
• Eye infections can cause your eyes to become more sensitive to sunlight than usual. Wearing sunglasses may help to prevent this.
• Along with using Moxifenac Eye Drop, give warm compress to your eyes to get relief from itching and burning sensation.
• Take care to avoid spreading the infection from one eye to the other, and to other members of your family. Washing your hands regularly (particularly after touching your eyes) and not sharing towels or pillows will help to prevent the infection from spreading.
• Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the medication.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• How long does Moxifenac Eye Drop takes to work?

  Usually, Moxifenac Eye Drop starts working soon after applying it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

• Can I stop applying Moxifenac Eye Drop when I feel better?

  No, do not stop applying Moxifenac Eye Drop and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.