akuvitis eye drop - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is akuvitis eye drop used for?
Apdrops Eye Drop (Moxifloxacin) is used to treat OPHTHAL. It contains Moxifloxacin (0.5% w/v), which Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, preventing DNA replication a. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Moxifloxacin
- Manufacturer: Akumentis Healthcare Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ akuvitis eye drop Uses & Benefits
Bacterial conjunctivitis, keratitis, blepharitis, dacryocystitis
Off-label uses: Prophylaxis in ocular surgery; treatment of corneal ulcers
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Moxifloxacin |
| Brand Name | Apdrops Eye Drop |
| Manufacturer | Akumentis Healthcare Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | OPHTHAL |
| Action Class | Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones |
| Route of Administration | Ophthalmic (topical) |
| Storage | Store at 15-30ยฐC; protect from light; keep tightly closed |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, preventing DNA replication and transcription
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take akuvitis eye drop
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of akuvitis eye drop
โ Common Side Effects
- Eye irritation
- Blurred vision
- Taste perversion
- Dry eye
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Corneal perforation
- Tendon rupture (rare with ocular)
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Peripheral neuropathy
- QT prolongation
- Clostridium difficile diarrhea
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| NSAIDs | Major | Increased CNS stimulation and seizure risk |
| Corticosteroids | Major | Increased risk of tendon rupture |
| Antacids | Moderate | Reduced absorption if taken orally; not relevant for eye drops |
| Sucralfate | Moderate | Reduced absorption if taken orally |
| Iron supplements | Moderate | Reduced absorption if taken orally |
| Caffeine | Minor | Possible increased CNS effects |
| Theophylline | Minor | Possible increased theophylline levels |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- NSAIDs
- Corticosteroids
โก Moderate Interactions
- Antacids
- Sucralfate
- Iron supplements
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Caffeine
- Theophylline
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to moxifloxacin or any fluoroquinolone
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Clinical improvement; signs of hypersensitivity; ocular irritation
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Caution; limited data, but systemic absorption minimal
๐ Overdose Management
Flush eye with water; supportive care; unlikely systemic toxicity
โฐ Missed Dose
Apply as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double dose
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for akuvitis eye drop
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ap h 0.5% eye dropAjanta Pharma Ltd โน12.64 82.9% CHEAPER
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maxol 0.5% eye dropCare Pharma India Ltd โน37.50 49.4% CHEAPER
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limox 0.5% eye dropMDC Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd โน42.19 43% CHEAPER
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maxflow eye/ear dropsGrace Drugs & Pharmaceuticals โน42.19 43% CHEAPER
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moxl eye/ear dropsDewcare Concept Pvt.Ltd. โน44.50 39.9% CHEAPER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.