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4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe
Manufactured byEntod Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsMoxifloxacin
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Description
4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to prevent endophthalmitis after a cataract surgery. Endophthalmitis is the swelling inside the eye caused by a bacterial infection. It mainly affects the tissues or fluids inside the eyeball and its associated muscles, vessels, and nerves. 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe kills or prevents the growth of bacteria causing the infection. It is effective against a large number of bacteria. It is not effective against infections caused by viruses.
Side effects of 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe are blurred vision, eye irritation or discomfort. These side effects are temporary and self-resolve quickly. It is only used to prevent infections that are caused by bacteria. This injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional at the end of cataract surgery.
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Substitutes
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe
Blurred vision
Eye swelling
Eye irritation and discomfort
Dry eyes
Uses of 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe
What is it prescribed for?
Prophylaxis for Post-Operative Endophthalmitis
Endophthalmitis is the swelling inside the eye caused by a bacterial infection. It mainly affects the tissues or fluids inside the eyeball and its associated muscles, vessels, and nerves. It is a very rare condition, but if it occurs, the infection starts within 1-2 days, or sometimes up to 6 days after eye surgery. 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe is administered at the end of cataract surgery for the prevention of postoperative endophthalmitis.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The onset of action for 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe is not clinically determined.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The duration of action for 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe is not clinically determined.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been reported for 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
It is not known whether 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe will harm an unborn baby. Inform your doctor that you are pregnant. It is acceptable to use upon your doctor's recommendation. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
It is not known whether 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe passes into breast milk or if it could affect the nursing baby. Inform your doctor that you are breast-feeding. It is acceptable to use upon your doctor's recommendation.
Allergy
Avoid using 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as severe itching, redness, eye irritation, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
It is not known whether 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe will harm an unborn baby. Inform your doctor that you are pregnant. It is acceptable to use upon your doctor's recommendation. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor.
Breast-feeding
It is not known whether 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe passes into breast milk or if it could affect the nursing baby. Inform your doctor that you are breast-feeding. It is acceptable to use upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings
Missed Dose
Since 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
Overdose
Since 4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Report any undesirable side effects to the doctor promptly.
Miscelleneous
How it works
4 Quin 0.5% Prefilled Syringe stops the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This helps to kill or prevent the growth of bacteria.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Fluoroquinolones, Antibiotics
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 7 Feb 2021
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