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Moxihyu Eye Drops (Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationEye drops외용
Ingredient · strength
Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride›5.45mg / 1mL
Manufacturer / importer
(주)휴비스트제약
Appearance
A pale yellow-green eye drop solution in a clear plastic container.
Packaging
Bottle package - 6 milliliters/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201900033 · Notified 2019.01.04 · Insurance code 628801211

Summary

Main use
Effective for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis, keratitis, and keratomalacia (including corneal ulcers), as well as sterilization therapy before and after ophthalmic surgery.
Who uses it
Adults
Adult use
1. Bacterial conjunctivitis, keratitis, keratomalacia (including corneal ulcers): Generally, instill 1 drop 3 times a day. Adjust frequency based on symptoms. 2. Sterilization therapy before and after ophthalmic surgery: Generally, instill 1 drop 5 times a day before surgery and 1 drop 3 times a day after surgery.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)휴비스트제약

Efficacy & effects

Effective for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis, keratitis, and keratomalacia (including corneal ulcers), as well as sterilization therapy before and after ophthalmic surgery.

  • Bacterial conjunctivitis
  • keratitis
  • keratomalacia
  • corneal ulcers
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This medication is used for the treatment of infectious eye diseases caused by various bacteria. Its primary indications are bacterial conjunctivitis, keratitis, and keratomalacia (including corneal ulcers), and it is also applied for sterilization therapy to prevent infections before and after ophthalmic surgery. Effective bacterial strains include Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Pneumococcus, Enterococcus, Micrococcus, Moraxella, Corynebacterium, Citrobacter, Klebsiella, Enterobacter, Serratia, Proteus, Morganella morganii, Haemophilus influenzae, Pseudomonas, Burkholderia, Stenotrophomonas, Acinetobacter, and Propionibacterium. Because this is effective against a wide range of bacteria, it is widely used for the treatment of eye infections and infection prevention.

How to use

Adult use

1. Bacterial conjunctivitis, keratitis, keratomalacia (including corneal ulcers): Generally, instill 1 drop 3 times a day. Adjust frequency based on symptoms. 2. Sterilization therapy before and after ophthalmic surgery: Generally, instill 1 drop 5 times a day before surgery and 1 drop 3 times a day after surgery.

Precautions

This medication should not be injected directly into the eyes or placed directly into the front part of the eyes. There have been reports of serious allergic reactions in patients who have received systemic administration of medications containing the same ingredients, and if symptoms occur, use should be discontinued immediately, and prompt emergency treatment should be sought. Patients with a known allergy to this medication or infants under 1 year of age should not use it. Pregnant or nursing women should use this medication cautiously under the supervision of a physician. Side effects such as eye redness, pain, itching, and dryness may occur, and in rare cases, systemic symptoms like fever or cough may also appear. If severe allergic symptoms or signs of shock occur during use, immediately discontinue the medication and notify medical personnel. This medication should only be used for the minimum duration needed for infection treatment, and prolonged use may lead to other types of infections. When experiencing bacterial conjunctivitis, avoid wearing contact lenses, and if allergic symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. This medication is for ophthalmic use only; avoid contamination of the tip of the container, and it is advisable not to share it with others. Women who are pregnant or nursing should decide carefully considering the potential effects on the fetus or baby. The safety and efficacy in infants under 1 year of age have not been established, and it should not be used in this population. For storage, keep it out of reach of children in a cool place away from direct sunlight and do not transfer it to another container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • severe swelling (edema)
  • chest tightness
  • difficulty breathing
  • cold sweat
  • pallor
  • angioedema
  • difficulty breathing
  • anaphylaxis symptoms
  • shock
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  • erythema
  • rash
  • hypotension
  • eyelid swelling.

Mild side effects

Conjunctivitis, decreased vision, eye dryness, keratitis, ocular discomfort, eye redness, eye pain, itching, subconjunctival hemorrhage, tearing, ocular pain, irritation, keratitis, sensation of a foreign body, eyelid swelling, blurred vision, tastelessness, altered sensation at the application site, fever, cough, infection, otitis media, pharyngitis, redness, rhinitis, erythema, rash, itching, dizziness, atrial fibrillation, endophthalmitis, ulcerative keratitis, corneal erosion, corneal abrasion, intraocular pressure increase.

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is also advisable to store it at room temperature, between 2 degrees Celsius and 25 degrees Celsius, avoiding very hot or very cold locations.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A pale yellow-green eye drop solution in a clear plastic container.

Package unit

Bottle package - 6 milliliters/bottle

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