Moxifloxacin (Eqv-Vigamox)

Moxifloxacin (Eqv-Vigamox) (for use in the eyes) is an antibiotic from the fluoroquinolone family that treats bacterial infections of the eye.

You should not use Moxifloxacin (Eqv-Vigamox) if you have a fungal or viral infection in your eyes (including herpes simplex).

Moxifloxacin (Eqv-Vigamox) may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use only as directed. Inform your doctor if you are taking other medicines, have other medical conditions, or have allergies.

You should not use Moxifloxacin (Eqv-Vigamox) if you are allergic to moxifloxacin or similar medicines such as:

• ciprofloxacin, gemifloxacin, levofloxacin, ofloxacin, norfloxacin, or others.

Tell your doctor if you wear contact lenses.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using Moxifloxacin (Eqv-Vigamox) and call your doctor immediately if you have:

• severe burning, stinging, or irritation after using this medicine; or
• signs of eye infection--swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage.

Common side effects of Moxifloxacin (Eqv-Vigamox) may include:

• dry or watery eyes;
• eye pain, redness, or discomfort; or
• blurred vision.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Keep using this medicine even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses could make your infection resistant to medication. Moxifloxacin (Eqv-Vigamox) will not treat a viral infection.

Wash your hands before using eye medication.

To apply the eye drops: Pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket and squeeze a drop into this pocket. Close your eyes for 1 or 2 minutes.

Use only the prescribed number of drops.

Do not touch the dropper tip or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye and lead to serious vision problems.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse. Do not use this medicine longer than prescribed.

Store at room temperature, in an upright position and tightly closed. Do not freeze.

Apply the medicine as soon as you can, but if it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply two doses at the same time.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medicine.

Do not use other eye medications unless your doctor tells you to.

Avoid wearing contact lenses until your eye infection is completely gone. Ask your doctor how long you should wait before putting your lenses in.

Medicine used in the eyes is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. However, many drugs can interact. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.