If you have an allergic reaction to moxifloxacin (a fluoroquinolone), your doctor will likely prescribe an antibiotic from a different drug class to avoid cross-reactivity. Five safe alternative topical antibiotic eye drops include Tobramycin (an aminoglycoside), Erythromycin (a macrolide ointment/drop), Polymyxin B/Trimethoprim (a combination drop), Azithromycin (a macrolide), and Sulfacetamide sodium (a sulfonamide). Please consult your eye doctor or prescribing physician immediately so they can select the safest alternative based on your medical history and the specific type of eye infection you have.

I strongly advise against using these eye drops without a professional examination. Moxifloxacin is a potent antibiotic, and Loteprednol is a steroid. While this combination treats specific bacterial infections with inflammation, using steroid eye drops without a doctor?s prescription is highly risky. If your son?s eye redness and swelling are due to a viral or fungal infection, steroids can severely worsen the condition and potentially cause permanent vision damage. Please do not self-medicate. Have your son examined by a paediatrician or ophthalmologist immediately for an accurate diagnosis and the correct, safe treatment plan.