ap h 0.5% eye drop - Moxifloxacin (0.5% w/v) medicine

ap h 0.5% eye drop

4.2 (18 reviews)
๐Ÿญ Ajanta Pharma Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 21, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 21, 2026

What is ap h 0.5% 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: Ajanta Pharma Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: C
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š ap h 0.5% eye drop Uses & Benefits

Bacterial conjunctivitis, keratitis, blepharitis, dacryocystitis

Off-label uses: Prophylaxis in ocular surgery; treatment of corneal ulcers

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Moxifloxacin
Brand NameApdrops Eye Drop
ManufacturerAjanta Pharma Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassOPHTHAL
Action ClassQuinolones/ Fluroquinolones
Route of AdministrationOphthalmic (topical)
StorageStore at 15-30ยฐC; protect from light; keep tightly closed
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionMinimal systemic absorption after ocular administration
DistributionDistributes into ocular tissues; systemic distribution minimal
Protein BindingApproximately 50%
MetabolismHepatic via glucuronide and sulfate conjugation
Half-Life12-15 hours (systemic); ocular half-life not well defined
ExcretionRenal (approximately 20% unchanged) and fecal
BioavailabilityNegligible systemic bioavailability after ocular use
Onset of ActionRapid; within minutes
Peak Plasma TimeNot applicable for ocular route; systemic peak low
Duration of ActionApproximately 12 hours

How It Works

Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, preventing DNA replication and transcription

Mechanism Steps

1Moxifloxacin enters bacterial cells
2Binds to DNA gyrase (topoisomerase II) and topoisomerase IV
3Inhibits DNA supercoiling and replication

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take ap h 0.5% eye drop

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of ap h 0.5% eye drop

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Eye irritation
  • Blurred vision
  • Taste perversion
  • Dry eye

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Hypersensitivity reactions
  • Corneal perforation
  • Tendon rupture (rare with ocular)

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Peripheral neuropathy
  • QT prolongation
  • Clostridium difficile diarrhea

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
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

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Warfarin
  • NSAIDs
  • Corticosteroids

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Antacids
  • Sucralfate
  • Iron supplements

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Caffeine
  • Theophylline

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

No known interaction

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to moxifloxacin or any fluoroquinolone

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Clinical improvement; signs of hypersensitivity; ocular irritation

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Caution; limited data, but systemic absorption minimal

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Flush eye with water; supportive care; unlikely systemic toxicity

โฐ Missed Dose

Apply as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double dose

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 21, 2026

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

โญ User Reviews

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

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