Moxicip Eye Ointment is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

Moxicip Eye Ointment is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Moxicip Eye Ointment

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of Moxicip Eye Ointment

In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Moxicip Eye Ointment is an antibiotic medicine. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness caused due to eye infections. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Moxicip Eye Ointment

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Moxicip

Eye discomfort
Dry eye
Burning sensation in eye

How to use Moxicip Eye Ointment

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

How Moxicip Eye Ointment works

Moxicip Eye Ointment is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Moxicip Eye Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Moxicip Eye Ointment is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Moxicip Eye Ointment may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Moxicip Eye Ointment may make you feel dizzy or light-headed, you may experience a sudden, transient loss of vision, or you may faint for a short period. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Moxicip Eye Ointment?

If you miss a dose of Moxicip Eye Ointment, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Moxicip Eye Ointment for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
It may cause short-term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the medication.
You have been prescribed Moxicip Eye Ointment for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
It may cause short-term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the medication.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Fluoroquinolone

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

Patient concerns

Irritation in left eye, look like an extra layer which looks clear/watery , little swelling also there. This issue observed since last few hour"

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

It could be conjunctivitis. U need eye examination by doctor immediately. Meanwhile u can use eyedrop moxicip 3 times a day

Eye flue for last 14 days. Using moxicip, besiflocacin eye drops for last 10 days after consultation but no relief.

Dr. Vishal Arora

Ophthalmology

Viral conjunctivitis take time to go. If it doesn't subside after 5 mire days please meet your doctor.

I am from Delhi.My one eye was slightly red and I went to see a doctor. Now after three days of medication it has swollen too. Before my eyes were not watery and itchy but it does now. Doctor has prescribed me Mycin eye drops every 10 mins in a day . And it makes my eyes watery and itchy. I am also using Moxicip eye ointment 4 times in a day.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

U need examination again it might be due to conjunctivitis

Hi, I was having red and painful eyes and consulted an opthamologist in bangalore on 18th Dec who diagnosed eye infection and prescribed Moxicip ointment and Miliflox Plus drops. The medication was effective and I had a good relief until today morning wherein since early morning I am again having red and painful eyes. I need to travel tonight and am looking for advice on the course of treatment.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

U can use these antibiotics drops again

User feedback

Patients taking Moxicip Eye Ointment

Once A Day

65%

Twice A Day

24%

Thrice A Day

Four Times A *

*Four Times A Day

What are you using Moxicip Eye Ointment for?

Bacterial inf*

100%

*Bacterial infections

How much was the improvement?

Poor

67%

Average

33%

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