Vigamox 0.5% Eye Drops (5ml) is a prescription fluoroquinolone antibiotic eye drop containing moxifloxacin (5mg/mL). It is primarily used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye) and other external bacterial eye infections. It works by destroying the bacteria causing the infection.
Quick Reference Guide
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Standard Dosage: Typically 1 drop in the affected eye(s), 3 times daily for 7 days, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Always complete the full course even if your symptoms improve early.
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How to Apply: Wash your hands thoroughly. Tilt your head back, pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket, and instill one drop. Close your eye for 1 to 2 minutes and press gently on the inner corner near your nose to keep the medicine from draining away. Do not let the dropper tip touch your eye or any surface.
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Contact Lenses: Do not wear contact lenses while you have an active bacterial eye infection or while using this medication.
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Common Side Effects: You may experience brief stinging, burning, redness, dry eyes, or temporary blurred vision immediately after applying the drops.
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Storage: Store at room temperature (below 25°C to 30°C). Discard the bottle 28 days after first opening to prevent bacterial contamination.
