Moxiford Eye Ointment 5 g

Moxiford Eye Ointment 5 g is a prescription eye ointment that contains moxifloxacin, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial eye infections. Each tube contains 5 g of ointment for application into the eye as directed by a clinician. It is used when the infection is thought to be caused by susceptible bacteria, such as in bacterial conjunctivitis. Moxiford Eye Ointment 5 g is not for viral or allergic eye problems.

How it works: Moxifloxacin works by stopping bacteria from copying and repairing their DNA, which prevents the germs from growing and spreading. In ointment form, it coats the surface of the eye and helps the medicine stay in place for local treatment.

This 5 g tube is the full ointment presentation and is used exactly as prescribed by a doctor, not as a self-selected strength. Compared with eye drops, an ointment can stay on the eye longer and may cause temporary blurred vision or a greasy feel after application, so it may be chosen for certain patients or for use at bedtime. Because there are no other Moxiford strengths or forms listed here, the main difference is the ointment dosage form and the amount in the tube, not a different drug strength.

• Bacterial conjunctivitis
• Bacterial eye infection treatment
• Doctor-directed topical antibiotic therapy
• Post-operative eye infection prevention in selected cases

• Wash your hands before and after using Moxiford Eye Ointment 5 g.
• Tilt your head back, pull down the lower eyelid, and apply a small ribbon of ointment into the pocket of the eye.
• Do not let the tube tip touch your eye, eyelid, fingers, or any surface.
• Close the eye gently for 1 to 2 minutes and blink lightly to spread the ointment.
• Expect temporary blurred vision or a sticky feeling after use; avoid driving until vision clears.
• If you use other eye medicines, separate them as directed by your doctor; ointments are often used last.

Each tube of Moxiford Eye Ointment contains 5 g of ointment, and the amount you use per dose is much smaller than the tube size. The exact dose and how often to apply it depend on the infection and your doctor’s instructions; the total daily amount is not self-set and should not exceed the prescribed schedule. Use it only for the duration your doctor recommends, even if symptoms improve sooner.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Moxifloxacin may include:

• Temporary blurred vision
• Mild eye irritation
• Burning or stinging after application
• Eye redness
• Itchy or watery eyes
• Unpleasant taste in the mouth after eye use

• Use only in the eye; do not swallow or inject Moxiford Eye Ointment 5 g.
• Do not wear contact lenses during an active eye infection unless your doctor says it is okay.
• Temporary blurred vision is common, so avoid driving or machinery until your vision is clear.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of allergy to moxifloxacin or other fluoroquinolone antibiotics.
• Use extra caution if you have had tendon problems, seizures, or severe reactions to antibiotics in the past.
• If symptoms do not improve or worsen, seek medical advice rather than using the ointment longer on your own.

• Other eye medicines, especially if used at the same time without spacing
• Contact lens solutions and lens wear during treatment
• Other fluoroquinolone antibiotics if you are also taking them by mouth or injection
• Medicines that can affect heart rhythm, if you are using systemic moxifloxacin as well

Store Moxiford Eye Ointment 5 g at room temperature, tightly closed, and keep the tube tip clean and protected from contamination.