Moxitive-D Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Moxifloxacin and Dexamethasone. Moxifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that acts by interfering with the formation of essential proteins required for bacterial growth. Dexamethasone is a steroid medicine that has anti-inflammatory properties and acts by inhibiting the chemicals such as prostaglandins that cause inflammation. It also reduces symptoms associated with infection such as redness and irritation.

FAQs

How does Moxitive-D Eye Drop work?

Moxitive-D Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Moxifloxacin and Dexamethasone. Moxifloxacin is a bactericidal antibiotic (kills bacteria) by stopping making a copy of their genetic material (DNA), thereby preventing bacterial infection growth. Dexamethasone is a steroid that helps prevent allergic symptoms or inflammatory conditions caused due to the bacterial infection or any eye surgery. Thus, together Moxitive-D Eye Drop helps in preventing the bacterial eye infections.

How long should I use Moxitive-D Eye Drop?

Moxitive-D Eye Drop usually improves symptoms within 3 to 5 days. However, use medicine for a duration recommended by your doctor. Please do not use for more than the recommended duration as it contains dexamethasone, which is a steroid and can cause unwanted side-effects.

Can I use Moxitive-D Eye Drop along with other eye drops?

Inform your doctor before any medications while using Moxitive-D Eye Drop. If your doctor advises you to take other eye drops along with Moxitive-D Eye Drop, maintain an interval of at least 5 minutes between two eye drops.

What precautions should I take while using Moxitive-D Eye Drop eye drops?

Do not wear contact lenses while using Moxitive-D Eye Drop. Also, avoid prolonged use, as it may cause cataracts (clouding of the eye).