Vigamox consists of an active ingredient known as Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride and other inactive ingredients. It belongs to a class of antibiotics known as fluoroquinolones; also known as quinolones. Vigamox [Moxifloxacin HCl] is used for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis. It comes in the form of an eye drop of 3ml in a 6ml bottle. It works by interfering with two bacterial enzymes known as topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase. These enzymes enable the bacteria to copy and repair DNA; which is required by the bacteria in order to multiply.
How to use
There is one standard recommended dosage of Vigamox [Moxifloxacin HCl] for bacterial conjunctivitis regardless of patient’s age, weight and medical condition is 1 drop of medication, thrice a day for 7 days; in the infected eye(s) for adults and children from age one. The dosage should not be altered unless directed by the physician.
Vigamox [Moxifloxacin HCl] eye drop comes with a dropper.
Keep the dropper clean.
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface including the surface of the eye in order to avoid contamination.
Do not wear contact lens while using the medication.
Side Effects
The most common side effects indicated using this Vigamox [Moxifloxacin HCl] eye drop are pink eye, blurred vision, dry eyes, inflammation of the cornea of the eye (keratitis), eye pain, itchy eyes, watery eyes, blood spot in the eyes, coughing, ear infection, fever, sore throat, rash and runny nose.
Some serious side effects indicated are unexplained rash and hives, excessive unusual itching related to eye allergy, unexplained swelling especially of mouth, lips and throat; wheezing and difficulty breathing.
Drug Interaction
Significant drug interactions between Vigamox [Moxifloxacin HCl] and other medications are unlikely to occur. Very little of the medication actually reaches the blood stream and the rest of the body with most of the eye drops. So hardly an eye drop affects other medications and other medications are unlikely to affect Vigamox [Moxifloxacin HCl]. But it is always recommended to consult the physician before administering the medication.
Uses
Vigamox [Moxifloxacin HCl] eye drop is used to treat pink eye (conjunctivitis) caused by the bacterial infections. It can be used for both adults and children as old as one years of age.
Storage
Vigamox [Moxifloxacin HCl] eye drop should be stored at a temperature between 2o-25oC (36o-77oF). Protect from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.
Precaution
Pregnant women or women planning to be pregnant should consult the physician before administering the medication as it may be unsafe for use during pregnancy.
Vigamox [Moxifloxacin HCl] passes through breast milk; so lactating mothers should be cautious and consult the physician before breast feeding their child.
Patients allergic to any ingredients present in Vigamox [Moxifloxacin HCl] medication should consult the physician prior to use of it.
Do not wear contact lens when there are symptoms of the infection. Instead wear glasses.
Vigamox [Moxifloxacin HCl] is meant for use only as an eye drop. It should not be taken orally by mouth or as an injection.
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