Maxiflox may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. ...
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Maxiflox is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Maxiflox may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Maxiflox may make you feel dizzy or light-headed, you may experience a sudden, transient loss of vision, or you may faint for a short period. This may affect your driving abili...
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No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Maxiflox 0.50% Eye Drop
Introduction
Maxiflox is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.
Maxiflox is for external use only. Take it in the dose and...
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Uses of Maxiflox
Bacterial eye infections
Side effects of Maxiflox
Common
Eye discomfort
Dry eye
Burning sensation
How to use Maxiflox
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine in...
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How Maxiflox works
Maxiflox is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.
What if you forget to take Maxiflox?
If you miss a dose of Maxiflox, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Maxiflox for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye 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.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the medication.
Brief Description
Indication
Bacterial Conjunctivitis. This drug is indicated to increase tear production in patients whose tear production is suppressed due to ocular inflammatio...
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Adult Dose
Ophthalmic
Bacterial conjunctivitis
Adult: As 0.5% soln: Instill 1 drop into the affected eye(s) bid-tid for 7 days.
It can be used concomitantly...
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Child Dose
Ophthalmic
Bacterial conjunctivitis
Child: >1 yr: Instill 1 drop into the affected eye(s) tid for 7 days.
Contraindication
Patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Moxifloxacin, to other Quinolones or to any of the components in this medication
Mode of Action
Moxifloxacin inhibits the topoisomerase II (DNA gyrase) and topoisomerase IV required for bacterial DNA replication, transcription, repair and recombi...
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Precaution
As with other anti-infectives, prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms, including fungi. If superinfection occurs, discont...
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