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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Pharmtak Ophthalmics (I) Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Ophthalmic

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml

Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml is a prescription eye drop used to prevent and treat bacterial eye infections while reducing pain, swelling, and redness, typically after eye surgery. It combines two active therapies to provide comprehensive care for the eye during recovery. Doctors commonly prescribe it to ensure a smooth, infection-free healing process.

To get the best results, you must use Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml consistently at the exact intervals recommended by your eye specialist. Since these are eye drops, they can be used without regard to food, but you should wash your hands thoroughly before each use. Avoid rubbing your eyes, wear protective sunglasses when outdoors, and limit screen time to help speed up your recovery.

While using Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml, you might experience mild temporary burning, stinging, or watery eyes. Most people tolerate these eye drops well, but if you notice severe eye pain, changes in your vision, or extreme sensitivity to light, you should contact your doctor immediately.

Talk to your doctor before starting Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml if you have a history of dry eye syndrome, bleeding tendencies, or corneal problems. Do not take this if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients or to other similar pain-relieving or antibiotic eye drops.

If you are using other eye drops, wait at least five to ten minutes between applications to prevent washing out the medicine. Pregnant, breastfeeding, or elderly individuals should consult their doctor or pharmacist before using Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml to ensure it is completely safe for their specific situation.

Uses of Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml

Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections. The detailed uses of Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml are as follows:

  • Prevention of bacterial eye infections: Protects the healing eye from harmful bacteria that could cause serious infections post-surgery.
  • Post-operative eye inflammation and pain: Helps relieve swelling, redness, and discomfort after surgeries like cataract removal.
  • Bacterial conjunctivitis: Treats active bacterial infections of the eye, relieving redness and discharge.

Key Benefits

Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml helps support recovery after eye procedures by relieving discomfort and helping protect against bacterial infections. By addressing both pain and infection concerns with a single treatment, it can make the recovery process more convenient and comfortable.

Benefits may include:

  • Helps manage eye discomfort while helping prevent bacterial infections.
  • Helps eliminate bacteria that cause eye infections and supports recovery.
  • Reduces eye redness, pain, swelling, watering, itching, and blurry vision associated with bacterial infection.
  • Helps relieve itchy eyes caused by seasonal allergic conjunctivitis.
  • Helps relieve inflammation and pain after eye procedures such as cataract surgery or corneal refractive surgery.
  • Promotes a smoother and more comfortable healing process.

Directions for Use

  • Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before handling the bottle.
  • Tilt your head back slightly and look upward.
  • Gently pull down your lower eyelid with your clean finger to create a small pocket.
  • Hold the dropper directly over your eye without letting the tip touch your eye, hands, or any other surface to keep it sterile.
  • Squeeze the bottle gently to release one drop into the pocket of your lower eyelid.
  • Close your eye gently and press the inner corner of your eye (near the nose) for one to two minutes to keep the medicine from draining out.
  • If you need to use drops in both eyes, repeat these steps for the other eye.
  • Always follow your doctor's exact instructions regarding how many drops to use and how many times a day to use them.

How Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml Works

Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml works through a highly effective dual-action formula that targets two different aspects of eye recovery simultaneously. • Ketorolac: It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that helps relieve pain and inflammation. It works by blocking the production of certain natural chemicals in the body that cause swelling, redness, and pain in the eye. • Moxifloxacin: It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. It works by preventing bacterial cells from copying and repairing their genetic material, which stops the bacteria from growing and quickly clears up the infection.
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Alcohol

Caution

There is limited information on how alcohol consumption affects Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml. Please consult your doctor before starting.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml passes into the breast milk. Please consult your doctor before starting Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml if you are a lactating mother.

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Driving

Caution

Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml may cause side effects like blurry vision, which could affect your ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery in such cases. Drive only when you are alert and have a clear vision.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml.

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Children

Caution

Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended in children below two years of age. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor depending upon the condition of the children's disease and age.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart problems

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited information available for use of Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml

If you accidentally put too many drops in your eye, rinse your eye gently with clean, warm water. If someone accidentally swallows the eye drops, contact a doctor or seek immediate medical attention.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wear protective eyewear: Use sunglasses when outdoors to protect your healing eyes from UV rays and bright light sensitivity.
  • Avoid rubbing your eyes: Keep your hands away from your eyes to prevent irritation, damage to healing tissues, or introducing new bacteria.
  • Limit screen time: Reduce your use of phones, computers, and televisions to prevent eye strain and dryness during recovery.
  • Keep dust and water out: Avoid dusty environments, swimming pools, and hot tubs while your eye is healing to lower the risk of infection.
  • Skip eye makeup: Do not use eye makeup, creams, or cosmetics around the eye area until your doctor says it is safe to do so.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml to start to work: The time required for Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml to show its action is unknown.
  • The time for which the effects of Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml last: The duration of action for Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml is unknown.

What if you forget to take Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml

If you forget to use your drops, use them as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular routine. Do not put double the drops to make up for a missed one.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Inspect the solution: Check the bottle before each use; do not use it if the liquid is cloudy, discoloured, or contains particles.
  • Avoid tip contamination: Never touch the dropper tip to your eye, eyelids, fingers, or any surface to maintain sterility.
  • Remove contact lenses: Do not wear contact lenses while using Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml unless your doctor specifically tells you it is safe.
  • Wait between eye drops: If you use other eye medications, wait at least 5 to 10 minutes after applying Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml before using the next product.
  • Do not drive immediately: Your vision may be temporarily blurry right after putting in the drops; wait until your vision clears before driving or operating machinery.
  • Complete the full course: Finish the entire prescription exactly as directed, even if your symptoms improve, to ensure the infection does not return.

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Drug-Drug Interaction:

  • Other topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drops (e.g., nepafenac, bromfenac): Using Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml alongside other similar anti-inflammatory eye drops may increase the risk of corneal healing issues.
  • Steroid eye drops (e.g., prednisolone, dexamethasone): Combining Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml with steroid eye drops can slow down the healing process of your cornea and increase the risk of eye complications.

Drug-Food Interaction:

  • Food and Beverages: There are no known major interactions between food or beverages and Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml, as the medicine is applied directly to the eye and very little enters the bloodstream.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

  • Dry eye syndrome: If you suffer from severe dry eyes, Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml may cause further corneal irritation.
  • Bleeding disorders: If you have a history of bleeding tendencies or are taking blood thinners, using Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml can potentially increase the risk of minor ocular bleeding.
  • Diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis: Patients with these conditions may have a higher risk of corneal side effects and should be monitored closely by their doctor.

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FAQs

Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat and prevent bacterial eye infections and itchy eyes caused by seasonal allergies. It also relieves swelling, pain, and burning or stinging sensation after cataract surgery or corneal refractive surgery.

Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml contains Ketorolac (NSAID) and Moxifloxacin (antibiotic). Ketorolac blocks prostaglandins production (chemical messengers) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy. Moxifloxacin works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase, an enzyme required for the replication, transcription, and repair of the DNA, leading to bacterial cell death. Collectively, Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml helps in relieving and treating symptoms of bacterial eye infections.

If you use other eye ointments/drops along with Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml, it is advised to maintain a gap of at least 5-10 minutes after each administration. Also, use eye drops before applying any eye ointment.

Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml can cause a blurry vision for some time in the beginning. Avoid driving and operating machinery in such cases until you feel better. If the effect persists longer, seek medical attention.

Avoid contact of the dropper or tip with fingers, eyes, and eyelids when you use eye ointment or eye drops. Topical eye products, when contaminated by patients with eye diseases, may cause bacterial keratitis (an infection of the cornea) and ocular infections (eye infections), which result in vision loss.

It is advised to remove your contact lens if you are wearing it while administering Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml. Also, remember to wash your hands before and after administering the medicine to avoid contamination.

It is recommended to remove your contact lenses if you are wearing them before instilling Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml. Additionally, ensure that you wash your hands both before and after applying the drops to prevent contamination.

Yes, you can use Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml frequently only if advised by the doctor based on your medical condition being treated.

No, you should not stop using Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml if you feel better as it may recur or worsen the infection. Always complete the full course of treatment as prescribed by the doctor to get the best results.

The side effects of Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml include watery eyes, eye discomfort, blurred vision and a burning/stinging sensation in the eye. Consult the doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen.

A mild, temporary stinging or burning sensation is common right after applying Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml and usually goes away in a few minutes. If the stinging is severe, lasts a long time, or gets worse, stop using the drops and talk to your doctor.

You should only use Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml during pregnancy if your doctor determines that the benefits outweigh the risks. Always talk to your doctor or pharmacist before starting any medication while pregnant.

Pressing the inner corner of your eye (near your nose) for one to two minutes helps keep Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml in your eye and prevents it from draining into your tear duct, which reduces the chance of side effects in other parts of your body.

No, you must never share Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml with anyone else, even if they have similar symptoms, as this can easily spread bacteria and cause serious eye infections.

Most eye drops should be discarded 28 days after opening to prevent bacterial contamination. Check the packaging or talk to your pharmacist for specific advice on your bottle.

Stopping Moxitak KT 5/5 Eye Drops 5 ml too early can allow bacteria to continue growing, which may cause the infection to return or worsen. It can also lead to increased eye pain and inflammation. Talk to your doctor before stopping the medication.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

50-52, The Discovery, Dattapada Road, Borivali (E), Mumbai – 400 066 Maharashtra
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