Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops is a combination of two drugs: Bromfenac and Moxifloxacin used to treat bacterial eye infections and reduce eye inflammation after cataract surgery in adults. Bromfenac belongs to the class of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (pain relievers) that block cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body that is involved in the production of certain chemical substances such as prostaglandins that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, helps in relieving pain and swelling after cataract surgery. Moxifloxacin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative, gram-positive bacteria. It inhibits DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) in repairing and replicating the DNA (genetic material) of bacteria. Thereby, kills bacteria and clears the infection.

FAQs

How does Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops work?

Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops contains Bromfenac and Moxifloxacin. Bromfenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (pain reliever) that works by blocking the action of cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body that is involved in the production of certain chemical substances such as prostaglandins that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, helps in relieving pain and swelling after cataract surgery. Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic that works by inhibiting DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) involved in repairing and replicating the DNA (genetic material) of bacteria. Thereby, kills bacteria and clears the infection.

Can I wear contact lenses while using Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops?

You are not recommended to wear contact lenses while using Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops as it contains benzalkonium chloride, a preservative that changes the color of the contact lens as it may be absorbed by soft contact lens. Benzalkonium chloride also causes irritation in the eye especially if you have disorders of the cornea (transparent layer at the front of the eye) or dry eyes. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before applying Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops and reinsert after 15 minutes of using Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops. Also, inform your doctor if you experience pain, stinging, or abnormal sensation in the eye after using Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops.

Does Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops cause blurred vision?

Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.

Can I use other eye drops with Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops?

You are recommended to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 5 minutes between using Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops and other eye drops. However, please consult a doctor before using other medicines with Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops.

Can I stop using Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops on my own?

You are not recommended to stop using Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops without consulting your doctor as it may rarely flare-up inflammatory response such as retina swelling or worsen the infection. Therefore, use Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Moxifenac 5Ml Eye Drops, please consult your doctor.