Unifil Eye Drops (Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride)

Adult eye dose

For bacterial conjunctivitis, blepharitis, keratitis (including corneal ulcers): typically 1 drop once, 3 times a day. Adjust frequency based on symptoms. For preoperative and postoperative sterilization therapy: typically 1 drop, 5 times a day before surgery, and 1 drop, 3 times a day after surgery.

This medication should only be used for direct application in the eyes, and it should not be injected subconjunctivally or directly into the anterior chamber of the eye. Patients receiving systemic administration of drugs in the same class as this medication may experience severe allergic reactions, and if symptoms occur, treatment should be discontinued immediately and prompt emergency measures should be sought. It should not be used in individuals with hypersensitivity to this medication or in infants under 1 year of age, and pregnant or nursing women should use it with caution. Care should be taken as unusual symptoms such as eye redness, pain, itching, dryness, and vision impairment may occur during use. Prolonged use may lead to the development of resistant bacteria and fungal infections, so if any abnormal symptoms appear, use should be discontinued immediately and a doctor consulted. If symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis are present while wearing contact lenses, lens wear should be discontinued. This medication has minimal interactions with other drugs, but it is advisable to consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Women who are pregnant or nursing should use it only if absolutely necessary, considering the potential effects on the fetus or infant. Safety has not been established in infants under 1 year, so use is not recommended. Care should be taken to prevent contamination by avoiding contact between the opening of the container and the eye or fingers, and it is advisable not to share it with others. After use, it should be stored away from direct sunlight in a cool place and kept out of reach of children. While long-term administration of this medication is known to have a low risk of carcinogenicity or mutagenicity, careful consideration of its effects on the fetus during pregnancy is necessary.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (including angioedema, pharyngeal, laryngeal, and facial swelling), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, erythema, rash, difficulty breathing, hypotension, eyelid swelling, severe skin reactions, shock, anaphylaxis, severe acute hypersensitivity reactions

Mild side effects

Conjunctivitis, decreased vision, dry eyes, keratitis, eye discomfort, eye redness, eye pain, itching, subconjunctival hemorrhage, tearing, fever, cough, infection, otitis media, pharyngitis, redness, rhinitis, eye pain, taste disturbances, sensory disturbances at the administration site, atrial fibrillation, dizziness, endophthalmitis, ulcerative keratitis, corneal erosion, corneal abrasion, increased intraocular pressure, corneal turbidity, corneal infiltrates, corneal deposits, allergies, keratitis, corneal edema, glare, corneal pain

This medication can be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 2 degrees and 25 degrees Celsius. This will help ensure the medication retains its efficacy for a long time.

Appearance

A light yellow-green eye drop in a transparent plastic container.

Package unit

5 milliliters/bottle, 6 milliliters/bottle