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Moxifloxacin - ophthalmic

(mox-ih-flox-uh-sin)

common brand names: Vigamox

Vigamox Usage: this pill is quinolone antibiotic used for eye infections.

How to use Vigamox: for best results, use exactly as directed for full clock prescribed. Stopping this tablet too soon may result in relapse of infection. To apply eye drops, wash hands first. To avoid contamination, do not let dropper tip touch any surface. Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make pouch. Place the dropper directly over eye and instill the prescribed number of drops. look downward & gently close you're eye for 1 to 2 minutes. Place one finger at corner of eye near nose & apply gentle pressure. it will prevent drug from draining away from the eye. Try not to blink and do not rub the eye. do not rinse the dropper. If you using another kinds of eye drops, wait at least five minutes before applying other tablets. don't wear contact lenses while you are using this medicine. Sterilize contact lenses according to manufacturer's directions & check with your pharmacist before using them. Inform you doctor if your condition does not improve in 7 days.

Vigamox side effects: Blurred vision, watery eyes, eye pain/dryness/redness/itchiness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your healthcare professional. Tell your physician immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: swelling of eye. An allergic reaction to this medication is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact youre pharmacist or healthcare professional.

Vigamox Precautions: this pill must not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using it medicine, consult youre healthcare professional or pharmacist if you have: allergies to quinolone antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin. Before using this drug, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially about: contact lens use, other allergies. Because vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable after applying, use caution driving or performing activities requiring clear vision. Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in secondary infection. this drug should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks & benefits with you're doctor. it is not known if this medication is passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Vigamox pill interactions: Before using this medication, tell your doctor or healthcare professional of every prescription & nonprescription pills you may use, especially of: other antibiotics, other eye tablets. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or pharmacist approval.

Vigamox Overdose: a topical overdose with it product may be flushed from the eyes with warm tap water.

Vigamox special notes: it drug has been prescribed for your current condition only. don't use this later for another infection unless told to do so by some your pharmacist. a different medication may be necessary in those cases. do not share it pill with others.

If you missed Vigamox dose: If you miss a dose, use this as soon as remembered; do not use if It's almost time since next dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not double the dose to catch up.

Vigamox Storage: Store this medicine in the refrigerator or at room temperature between 36 & 77 degrees F (between 2 & 25 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. don't freeze. do not store in the bathroom. Discard the solution if this changes color, turns cloudy, or if it contains particles. Keep all medicines away from children & pets.

Active Ingredients : Moxifloxacin