biomoxi k eye drop - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is biomoxi k eye drop used for?
Apdrops KT 0.4 Eye Drops BAK Free (Ketorolac + Moxifloxacin) is used to treat OPHTHAL. It contains Ketorolac (0.5% w/v) + Moxifloxacin (0.5% w/v), which Ketorolac inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, reducing prostaglandin synthesi. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Ketorolac + Moxifloxacin
- Manufacturer: Biodiscovery Lifesciences Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ biomoxi k eye drop Uses & Benefits
Treatment of postoperative ocular inflammation and prevention of infection following cataract surgery
Off-label uses: Treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis with inflammation; prevention of cystoid macular edema
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Ketorolac + Moxifloxacin |
| Brand Name | Apdrops KT 0.4 Eye Drops BAK Free |
| Manufacturer | Biodiscovery Lifesciences Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | OPHTHAL |
| Action Class | NSAID + Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic |
| Route of Administration | Ophthalmic (topical) |
| Storage | Store at 15-25ยฐC; protect from light; keep tightly closed when not in use |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Ketorolac inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, reducing prostaglandin synthesis; Moxifloxacin inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, preventing DNA replication
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take biomoxi k eye drop
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of biomoxi k eye drop
โ Common Side Effects
- Transient stinging or burning
- Blurred vision
- Eye redness
- Tearing
- Foreign body sensation
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Corneal perforation
- Corneal thinning
- Increased intraocular pressure
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Superinfection
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Anaphylaxis
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Tendon rupture (systemic fluoroquinolones)
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Other NSAIDs | Major | Additive antiplatelet effect, increased bleeding risk |
| Anticoagulants | Major | Enhanced anticoagulant effect |
| Corticosteroids | Major | Increased risk of corneal thinning and perforation |
| Aspirin | Moderate | Increased risk of gastrointestinal side effects |
| Methotrexate | Moderate | Decreased methotrexate clearance |
| Lithium | Moderate | Increased lithium levels |
| Cyclosporine | Moderate | Increased nephrotoxicity risk |
| ACE inhibitors | Minor | Reduced antihypertensive effect |
| Diuretics | Minor | Reduced diuretic effect |
| Beta-blockers | Minor | Reduced antihypertensive effect |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Other NSAIDs
- Anticoagulants
- Corticosteroids
โก Moderate Interactions
- Aspirin
- Methotrexate
- Lithium
- Cyclosporine
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- ACE inhibitors
- Diuretics
- Beta-blockers
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May increase risk of gastrointestinal bleeding with systemic NSAIDs; minimal with ocular use
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to ketorolac, moxifloxacin, or any component; active corneal infection; patients with history of asthma, urticaria, or allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Intraocular pressure, corneal integrity, signs of infection or inflammation, visual acuity
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; minimal systemic absorption but caution advised
๐ Overdose Management
Unlikely due to low systemic absorption; flush eye with water; symptomatic treatment
โฐ Missed Dose
Apply as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose; do not double dose