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Occumox Injection

Moxifloxacin (NA)

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Occumox Injection is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping further growth of the causative microorganisms.

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Last updated on 16 Dec 2025 | 03:58 PM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Moxifloxacin (NA)

Marketer

Sunways India Pvt Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Occumox Injection is given as an injection into a vein (intravenous), in cases where oral administration is not possible, such as in hospitalized or unconscious patients. It is administered by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Some people may have a headache, dizziness, nausea, and diarrhea as side effects of this medicine. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own, but please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.

Uses of Occumox Injection

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of Occumox Injection

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Occumox Injection 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 Occumox Injection

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 Occumox

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Eye discomfort
Dry eye
Burning sensation in eye

How to use Occumox Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Occumox Injection works

Occumox Injection is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Occumox Injection 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.
Your doctor has prescribed Occumox Injection to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Discontinue Occumox Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Occumox Injection does not usually cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Occumox Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Occumox Injection may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Occumox Injection may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Occumox Injection 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

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Occumox Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Occumox Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Limited information is available on the use of Occumox Injection in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Occumox with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Life-threatening

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Amiodarone with Moxifloxacin.

Life-threatening

Aripiprazole (Oral Route)

Do not consume Aripiprazole with Moxifloxacin.

Life-threatening

Escitalopram Oxalate (Oral Route)

Do not consume Escitalopram Oxalate with Moxifloxacin.

Life-threatening

Haloperidol (Oral Route)

Do not consume Haloperidol with Moxifloxacin.

Life-threatening

Ondansetron (Oral Route)

Do not consume Ondansetron with Moxifloxacin.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Quinoline carboxylic acids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Bacterial DNA Replication Inhibitors- Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 940-41.
Moxifloxacin. South Oak Way: Bayer Plc; 2009 [revised Nov. 2018]. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Moxifloxacin. Wayne, NJ: Bayer HealthCare; 1999 [revised 12 Oct. 2010]. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Marketer details

Name: Sunways India Pvt Ltd
Address: 1002-1003, 10th Floor, Windfall, Sahar Plaza, J.B.Nagar, Andheri-Kurla Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai-400059. Maharashtra, India.

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Occumox Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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General Information

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Marketer

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Product introduction

Uses of Occumox Injection

Benefits of Occumox Injection

Side effects of Occumox Injection

How to use Occumox Injection

How Occumox Injection works

All substitutes for Occumox Injection

Emfozen Injection

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Aripiprazole (Oral Route)

Escitalopram Oxalate (Oral Route)

Haloperidol (Oral Route)

Ondansetron (Oral Route)

Fact Box

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Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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