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About Moxpearl-LP Eye Drop

LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN belongs to a group of medications called ‘Antibiotics and Corticosteroids’ used to treat bacterial eye infections or eye discomfort. It is also used in patients who have undergone eye surgeries. It is used to treat eye inflammation caused by allergies, shingles, iritis (inflammation of the coloured part of the eye (iris)), uveitis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye (uvea)), eye injury, radiation, and chemical burns. A bacterial eye infection occurs when bacteria invade any part of the eyeball or its surrounding tissues, including the cornea (clear front surface of the eye) and the conjunctiva (thin membrane lining the outer eye and inner eyelids). LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN is used to prevent or treat only bacterial eye infections. It does not work against infections caused by viruses and fungus.

LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN contains two medicines, namely: Moxifloxacin (antibiotic) and Loteprednol etabonate (corticosteroid).

Uses of Moxpearl-LP Eye Drop

Bacterial eye infections, allergic eye conditions.

Medicinal Benefits of Moxpearl-LP Eye Drop

LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN contains Moxifloxacin and Loteprednol etabonate. Moxifloxacin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It kills bacteria (bactericidal action) by preventing the synthesis of enzymes, namely DNA gyrase and Topoisomerase II and IV, which is essential for the growth and survival of the bacterial cell. Loteprednol etabonate is a corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory properties and acts by inhibiting the chemicals such as prostaglandins production (chemical messengers) that make the eye red, swollen, and itchy. It reduces symptoms associated with infection such as redness and irritation of the eye and decreases the risk of infections. Collectively, LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN treats and prevents bacterial eye infections and eye inflammation caused by allergies, shingles, iritis (inflammation of the coloured part of the eye (iris), uveitis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye (uvea), eye injury, radiation, and chemical burns.

Directions for Use

LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN. Use the dropper provided with the pack to instil the drops into the affected eye. Replace the outer cap after use. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN.

Side Effects of Moxpearl-LP Eye Drop

• Blurred vision
• Burning/stinging sensation in the eyes
• Redness in the eyes
• Watery eyes
  • Inflammation of cornea

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Before taking LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN, inform your doctor if you have vision problems, severe pain in the eye, ulcers in the eye, glaucoma (raised pressure in the eye), eye injury or have undergone eye surgery or using any other eye drops or eye ointment. If you wear contact lenses, please inform your doctor since LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN may contain additives like Benzalkonium chloride that change the lens's colour. LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN sometimes may make your eye red after administration; in such cases, please avoid wearing a lens until the eye becomes better. Do not use eye drops for longer than recommended by your doctor as it may increase the risk of cataracts (clouding of the eye) and increase the risk of a second infection. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any persistent visual disturbances while using this medicine. It is advised to check with your doctor before using LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after using. Therefore, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN may interact with antiviral (ritonavir, cobicistat, amprenavir, atazanavir, boceprevir) pain reliever opthalmatic (bromfenac, diclofenac, flurbiprofen) antifungal (itraconazole, fluconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole), and smallpox vaccine.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN should not be used in patients with eye fungal infections, viral infections such as herpes simplex or varicella, parasitic infections, damaged cornea, and glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eye).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• The interaction of alcohol with LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN.

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PREGNANCY

• Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant. LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN is prescribed to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

• LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

DRIVING

• LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after using. Therefore, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.

LIVER

• If you have any concerns regarding the use of LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.

KIDNEY

• If you have any concerns regarding the use of LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE+MOXIFLOXACIN in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.