Moxifloxacin + Difluprednate

Last updated 17 Nov 2020 | 07:52 AM (UTC)

Moxifloxacin + Difluprednate Uses

Moxifloxacin+Difluprednate is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections.

How Moxifloxacin + Difluprednate works

Moxifloxacin + Difluprednate is a combination of two medicines: Moxifloxacin and Difluprednate. Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic which prevents bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. This treats your infection. Difluprednate is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause redness, swelling and itching.

Common side effects of Moxifloxacin + Difluprednate

Eye irritation, Eye discomfort

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Medicine brands for Moxifloxacin + Difluprednate

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

₹240 to ₹240

1 variant(s)

Molfox DF

Sonika Life Sciences Ltd

Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Human Biolife India Pvt Ltd

Care Formulation Labs Pvt Ltd

₹210 to ₹210

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Moxifloxacin + Difluprednate

Moxifloxacin + Difluprednate is used for the treatment of bacterial infection and inflammation of the eye.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Do not touch the tip to any surface to avoid contamination.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication to avoid dilution.
It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if your condition hasn't improved after seven days of treatment.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Frequently asked questions for Moxifloxacin + Difluprednate

Q. How long does Moxifloxacin+Difluprednate takes to work?

Usually, Moxifloxacin+Difluprednate starts working soon after applying it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. Can I stop taking Moxifloxacin+Difluprednate when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Moxifloxacin+Difluprednate and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.