bromifax eye drop
What is bromifax eye drop used for?
Bromifax Eye Drop (Bromfenac + Moxifloxacin) is used to treat OPHTHAL. It contains Bromfenac (0.09% w/v) + Moxifloxacin (0.5% w/v), which Bromfenac inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, reducing prostaglandin synthesi. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Bromfenac + Moxifloxacin
- Manufacturer: Optho Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ bromifax eye drop Uses & Benefits
Treatment of postoperative inflammation and prevention of infection following cataract surgery
Off-label uses: Treatment of allergic conjunctivitis, Prevention of cystoid macular edema
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Bromfenac + Moxifloxacin |
| Brand Name | Bromifax Eye Drop |
| Manufacturer | Optho Life Sciences 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 |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Bromfenac inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, reducing prostaglandin synthesis; Moxifloxacin inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, preventing DNA replication
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take bromifax eye drop
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of bromifax eye drop
โ Common Side Effects
- Eye irritation
- Blurred vision
- Eye pain
- Conjunctival hyperemia
- Headache
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Corneal perforation
- Corneal thinning
- Increased intraocular pressure
- Hypersensitivity reactions
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Anaphylaxis
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Hepatotoxicity
- Renal failure
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 and increased bleeding risk |
| Anticoagulants | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Corticosteroids | Major | Increased risk of corneal perforation |
| Aspirin | Moderate | Increased bleeding risk |
| Clopidogrel | Moderate | Increased bleeding risk |
| Methotrexate | Moderate | Increased methotrexate toxicity |
| Cyclosporine | Moderate | Increased nephrotoxicity risk |
| Antacids | Minor | Reduced absorption of moxifloxacin if taken orally; not relevant for topical use |
| Sucralfate | Minor | Reduced absorption of moxifloxacin if taken orally |
| Iron supplements | Minor | Reduced absorption of moxifloxacin if taken orally |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Other NSAIDs
- Anticoagulants
- Corticosteroids
โก Moderate Interactions
- Aspirin
- Clopidogrel
- Methotrexate
- Cyclosporine
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- Sucralfate
- Iron supplements
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol as it may increase risk of gastrointestinal bleeding with systemic NSAIDs, but topical use has minimal systemic absorption
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to bromfenac, moxifloxacin, or any component; history of asthma, urticaria, or allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs; viral infections of the cornea (e.g., herpes simplex)
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Monitor for signs of infection, corneal healing, intraocular pressure, and visual acuity
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Caution; not recommended unless clearly needed
๐ Overdose Management
Not expected with topical use; if accidentally ingested, treat symptomatically
โฐ Missed Dose
Apply as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose and resume regular schedule
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
โญ User Reviews
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.