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D-Moxy Eye Ointment

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Product introduction

D-Moxy Eye Ointment 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.

D-Moxy Eye Ointment is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.


It may cause eye discomfort, dry eyes and burning sensation in the eyes immediately following application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines. Do not wear contact lenses while using it.


Uses of D-Moxy Eye Ointment

  • Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of D-Moxy Eye Ointment

In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

D-Moxy Eye Ointment is an antibiotic medicine. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness caused due to eye infections. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of D-Moxy Eye Ointment

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of D-Moxy

  • Burning sensation in eye
  • Eye discomfort
  • Dry eye

How to use D-Moxy Eye Ointment

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 tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.

How D-Moxy Eye Ointment works

D-Moxy Eye Ointment 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
D-Moxy Eye Ointment 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. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
D-Moxy Eye Ointment is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
D-Moxy Eye Ointment may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
D-Moxy Eye Ointment 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 ability.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take D-Moxy Eye Ointment?

If you miss a dose of D-Moxy Eye Ointment, use 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed D-Moxy Eye Ointment 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 it within 4 weeks of opening the medication.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Fluoroquinolone
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL

Interaction with drugs

Taking D-Moxy with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Brand(s): Rasalect, Relgin, Rasipar
Life-threatening
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Life-threatening
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Life-threatening
Brand(s): Bentoform
Life-threatening

Patient concerns

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Hi Sir, Please tell medicine for eye dandruff (full white residue on the edge of eyelid), I used to use Neosporin-H tube since the age of 7 year and it was effective, now it is not found in the market. What Medicine shall I apply?
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
Eye ointment ocupol d. For short duration. . But it should not be used for long as it contains steroid
While playing finger of boy touch to eyes and due to that one small red dot occurs in eye here I keep the photos of the same please help me. I had taken festive d eye drop is it ok? My daughter is 6 years old
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
Get her eye examined by and stop using festive d eyedrop
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Address: Flagship Biotech International, 1204 & 1302, Rupa Solitaire, Plot A1, Sector 1, Millennium Business park, Mahape, Navi Mumbai –400710, Maharashtra, India.
Country of origin: India

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