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Occumox KT Eye Drops

Manufactured bySunways (India) Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsMoxifloxacin (0.5 %w/v) + Ketorolac (0.5 %w/v)
Description
Occumox KT Eye Drops is a combination of Moxifloxacin and Ketorolac. This medicine is used as an antibiotic to treat bacterial eye infections. It is also effective in treating the symptoms of pain, redness, and/or swelling that may occur after cataract surgery (an eye surgery to correct blurring of vision). It works by killing the infection-causing bacteria and also reduces the redness and swelling associated with an infection. Occumox KT Eye Drops may cause side effects such as pain, discomfort, irritation, and dryness of the eye. These symptoms usually subside on their own. However, consult your doctor if these symptoms stay for a long time or if they become severe. Occumox KT Eye Drops is for ocular (eyes) use only. It should be instilled into your eyes as prescribed by your doctor. You will start to feel better in a few days. However, continue taking the medicine for the prescribed duration. Skipping doses or not completing the full course of therapy may result in decreased effectiveness of the medicine or increased risk of re-infection. This medicine is effective only for the treatment of infections caused by bacteria and not viruses or fungi. Occumox KT Eye Drops is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have a history of asthma or bleeding disorders. Inform your doctor if you are taking medicines for any other health conditions. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Occumox KT Eye Drops

  • Eye pain
  • Eye irritation
  • Dry eye
  • Eye discomfort
  • Eye swelling
  • Blurred vision

Uses of Occumox KT Eye Drops

What is it prescribed for?

  • Post-Surgery Eye Inflammation and Infection
  • Bacterial Conjunctivitis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time required for Occumox KT Eye Drops to show its effect is not clinically known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time for which Occumox KT Eye Drops remains active in your body is not clinically known.
  • 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 Occumox KT Eye Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Occumox KT Eye Drops is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Occumox KT Eye Drops is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using Occumox KT Eye Drops if you are allergic to it. 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

Occumox KT Eye Drops is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Occumox KT Eye Drops is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

Contact lenses

Avoid wearing contact lenses if you have an eye infection. Occumox KT Eye Drops should not be administered while wearing contact lenses. For use of contact lenses after an eye surgery, follow the instructions given by your doctor.

Driving or operating machines

Occumox KT Eye Drops may cause short-term blurring of vision, burning sensation, or discomfort in your eyes after instilling into the eyes. If you experience such symptoms, avoid driving or operating machines.

Use in children

Occumox KT Eye Drops is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy data.

Antibiotic resistance

Antibiotic resistance is a condition in which the antibiotic is not effective against the bacteria. This can be avoided by completing the dose and duration of treatment as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue this medication even if your symptoms get better. Alternatively, if you do not feel better even after the prescribed duration, please consult your doctor.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Occumox KT Eye Drops. Instill the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.

Overdose

As Occumox KT Eye Drops is intended for external use, the likelihood of side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not administer more than the prescribed dose.
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

Dexamethasone

Prednisolone

Loteprednol

Disease interactions

Asthma

Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow and cause breathing difficulty. Occumox KT Eye Drops should be used with caution if you have a history of asthma after taking NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines like Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, Aspirin, etc.).

Bleeding disorders

Bleeding disorders are a group of conditions that lead to an inability to form a proper blood clot and cause prolonged bleeding. Occumox KT Eye Drops may be absorbed in your body and rarely cause prolonged bleeding time. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have active bleeding disorders, due to the increased risk of excessive bleeding.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Occumox KT Eye Drops is for external use only. Administer it into your eyes as directed by your doctor. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper against your eye or other surface. Close the cover of the bottle after administration to keep it free from contamination. Do not wipe or rinse the dropper tip. Ensure that you complete the course of treatment to prevent re-infection. Do not touch your eyes with unwashed hands. Avoid sharing items like eyeglasses, contact lenses, pillows, towels, clothes, eye or face makeup if you have an eye infection.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Occumox KT Eye Drops is a combination of Moxifloxacin and Ketorolac. Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic that stops the growth of bacteria. Ketorolac works by reducing the formation of certain chemical substances in the body that are responsible for pain and swelling.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Ophthalmic preparations, Ophthalmic anti-inflammatory agents, Ophthalmic anti-infectives

Schedule

Schedule H

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