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Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml, Pack of 1 Eye Drops
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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml is a combination medicine used to treat eye infections caused by bacteria such as conjunctivitis. It helps by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby helps fight infection-causing bacteria. This medicine is not effective for treating viral infections. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as application site burning/stinging sensation, redness and temporary blurred vision.
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Composition :

DEXAMETHASONE PHOSPHATE-0.1%W/V + MOXIFLOXACIN-0.5%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Creyentus Healthcare

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml

Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to the class of antibiotic medications used to treat bacterial eye infections. It treats eye infections like conjunctivitis (infected conjunctiva) and other inflammatory conditions after eye surgery. Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea. Symptoms of an infection include red eye, pain, discharge, watery/dry eyes, swelling, itching, and sensitivity to light. 

Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml combines two medicines: Moxifloxacin (antibiotic) and Dexamethasone phosphate (steroid). Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic that stops bacterial replication, thereby killing and controlling the growth of bacterial infection. Dexamethasone phosphate is a steroid that reduces inflammation and symptoms associated with infection, such as redness and irritation, by inhibiting prostaglandins that cause inflammation. Thus together, Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye infections.

Use Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml are application site burning/stinging sensation, redness and temporary blurred vision. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not use Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to Moxifloxacin, Dexamethasone phosphate, or any contents in it. Before using the Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml, inform your doctor if you have fungal infections, viral infections, herpes simplex or varicella, or parasitic infections such as amoebiasis. Do not use Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml if you have tuberculosis, damaged cornea, ulceration, lesions with incomplete formation of the covering tissue, and increased pressure inside the eye.

Uses of Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

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Directions for Use

• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.• Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instill the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.• Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic use only. Avoid touching the container tip to your eye or lids to prevent contamination.

Medicinal Benefits

Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml is a combination of two medicines: Moxifloxacin and Dexamethasone phosphate. Moxifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that interferes with the formation of essential proteins required for bacterial growth. Dexamethasone phosphate is a steroid medicine with anti-inflammatory properties and acts by inhibiting the chemicals, such as prostaglandins, that cause inflammation. It also reduces symptoms associated with infection, such as redness and irritation.

How Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml Works

Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml combines two medicines: Moxifloxacin (antibiotic) and Dexamethasone phosphate (steroid). Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic that stops bacterial replication, thereby killing and controlling the growth of bacterial infection. Dexamethasone phosphate is a steroid that reduces inflammation and symptoms associated with infection, such as redness and irritation, by inhibiting prostaglandins that cause inflammation. Thus together, Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye infections.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.
• Keep Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml out of sight and reach of children.
• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it might cause an overdose. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

Before taking Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml, inform your doctor if you have vision problems, severe pain in the eye, glaucoma (raised pressure in the eye), eye injury or eye surgery. Do not use Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml for longer than recommended by your doctor as it may suppress adrenal gland function and increase the risk of cataracts (clouding of the eye). Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml should not be used in conditions like herpes simplex virus infection or other viral eye infections.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Sleep for at least six to eight hours to rejuvenate your eyes naturally.
  • Wash your eyes with clean water at least two to three times a day. Do not wash your eyes for at least two weeks if you have undergone any eye surgery. 
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid alcoholic beverages as they can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can also affect your body’s ability to fight off infections.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS AND CORTICOSTEROIDS

Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml Substitute

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Alcohol

Caution

It is advisable not to take or limit alcohol as a precautionary measure.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult a doctor. Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml should be used in pregnant women only if clinically needed, and the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml should be used in breastfeeding mothers only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Please consult the doctor. Your doctor will only provide a prescription if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml may cause vision problems. However, it will be mild and temporary. So, it is advisable to avoid driving until your vision clears.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml in patients with liver impairment.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml in patients with kidney impairment.

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Children

Caution

Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml should be used with caution in children. It is not recommended for use in newborns.

FAQs

Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to the class of antibiotic medications used to treat bacterial eye infections. It treats eye infections like conjunctivitis (infected conjunctiva) and other inflammatory conditions after eye surgery.

Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml is a combination of two medicines: Moxifloxacin and Dexamethasone phosphate. Moxifloxacin stops bacterial replication, thereby killing and stopping the growth of bacterial infection. Dexamethasone phosphate reduces inflammation and symptoms associated with infection, such as redness and irritation, by inhibiting prostaglandins that cause inflammation. Thus together, Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye infections.

Use Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml only for the duration recommended by your doctor. Please do not use it for more than the recommended duration as it contains dexamethasone phosphate, a steroid that can cause unwanted side effects.

Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 10-15minutes between Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml and other eye medications.

Do not wear contact lenses while using Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml. Remember to remove the contact lenses before using the Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml. Using spectacles and avoiding wearing contact lenses is recommended until the infection is cleared.

Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml is indicated in the treatment of bacterial eye infections and should be used as advised by the doctor.

Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml usually takes a couple of days to show its effect and improves symptoms within 3 to 5 days. However, use the medicine for the duration recommended by your doctor to treat your condition effectively.

Do not stop using Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better. Complete the full treatment course as prescribed to ensure the infection is fully cleared and to prevent it from coming back.

The common side effects of Moxitus-D Eye Drops 5 ml include burning/stinging sensation, redness and temporary blurred vision at the application site. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - MOX0957

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Author Details

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Written By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 9:24 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.5132.pdf
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.5721.pdf

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