Oxcin Eye Drop 0.5% 5ml

About Oxcin Eye Drop 0.5% 5ml

Oxcin Eye Drop 0.5% 5ml Uses

• Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye)
• Other bacterial infections of the eye surface
• Prevention of infection after eye injury or surgery when prescribed

Drug Class

• Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
• Ophthalmic anti-infective

What Experts Say

Moxifloxacin is a broad spectrum fluoroquinolone that kills a wide range of bacteria by blocking the enzymes they need to copy their DNA. In eye drop form it delivers a high concentration directly to the surface of the eye, which makes it effective for common bacterial infections.

Ophthalmologists often choose moxifloxacin for bacterial conjunctivitis because it works quickly and is generally well tolerated. It should be used for the full course prescribed, even if the redness and discharge settle within a day or two, to fully clear the infection.

Patients are advised not to touch the dropper tip to the eye or any surface to avoid contaminating the bottle. Contact lenses should usually be removed during treatment, and any worsening pain or vision change should be reported promptly.

Oxcin Eye Drop 0.5% 5ml formula

• Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride 0.5%

Available forms

• Drops

How to use Oxcin Eye Drop 0.5% 5ml?

• Instil one drop into the affected eye as directed, often three times daily.
• Wash your hands before use and tilt your head back.
• Do not let the dropper tip touch the eye or any surface.
• Remove contact lenses before use and wait before reinserting.
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early.

Drug Interactions

Eye drop moxifloxacin has little effect on the rest of the body, so interactions are minimal.

• Other eye drops: Separate different eye drops by about five minutes.
• Contact lens solutions: Do not use lenses or their solutions during active infection.

Risks and warnings

• Contact lenses: Avoid wearing lenses while the eye is infected.
• Contamination: Keep the dropper tip clean to prevent reinfection.
• Allergy: Stop use if severe itching, swelling or rash develops.
• Persistent symptoms: See a doctor if the infection does not improve in a few days.

Oxcin Eye Drop 0.5% 5ml Side Effects

• Mild stinging or burning on instillation
• Temporary blurred vision
• Eye redness or irritation
• Dry eye sensation
• Watery eyes

Storage Conditions

Store below 25°C away from direct sunlight; discard the bottle four weeks after opening, out of reach of children.