In the event of any inflammatory processes in the body, doctors usually prescribe the use of antibiotics in the form of tablets or injections. If there are problems with the eyes (conjunctivitis, keratitis, dacryocystitis, etc.), then such drugs are used in the form of drops.
Moxifloxacin and its analogues are popular in this area.
"Moxifloxacin": release form, composition
The drug is available in three forms:
- Eye drops (Moxifloxacin). The composition includes moxifloxacin hydrochloride, as well as sodium chloride, sodium hydroxide, hydrochloric acid, boric acid, water.
- Solution for injection ("Moxifloxacin"). It is intended for intravenous administration and can be used both independently and in combination with other solutions (xylitol, glucose, sodium chloride, etc.).
- Tablets ("Moxifloxacin-Farmex"). Coated Pills. "Moxifloxacin" (tablets) is prescribed in the presence of inflammatory processes, including during pneumonia, bronchitis, etc.
The antibiotic is characterized by excellent absorption in all tissues of the body and shows high effectiveness.
The main part of the drug is excreted along with feces, only a small part passes through the kidneys. Therefore, it is approved for the treatment of patients with kidney pathologies, as individual dosage adjustment is not required.
Indications for use of "Moxifloxacin", the price of the drug
"Moxifloxacin" (drops) are used in the following situations:
- for the prevention and treatment of eye diseases: barley, conjunctivitis, meibomite, keratitis, blepharitis, corneal ulcer, etc.
- for the treatment of infectious eye pathologies that have arisen as a result of surgery or injuries;
- before operations and during the postoperative period in ophthalmology.
Moxifloxacin injections and tablets are used to treat:
- respiratory tract infections;
- inflammatory diseases of the pelvic organs;
- infectious skin diseases;
- bacterial infections that were caused by bacteria that are sensitive to the use of the drug.
Many patients are interested in the cost of the drug "Moxifloxacin". The price is between 759-850 rubles and depends on the pharmacy and the region of residence.
Contraindications and side effects
What are the contraindications and side effects of the drug "Moxifloxacin"? Instructions for use say the following.
Contraindications
The use of the drug for the treatment of children under the age of 18 is prohibited.
In addition, "Moxifloxacin" is not used during pregnancy, during lactation, as well as in the presence of individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
Side effects
The drug is characterized by excellent tolerance and minimal side effects, which are very rare. In ophthalmology, they can manifest as dry eyes, allergic reactions, discomfort and burning during rotation of the eyes, loss of visual acuity, eye irritation, lacrimation, keratitis, diplopia.
The use of tablets and injections can provoke disturbances in the digestive tract, and can also cause dizziness, insomnia, seizures, increased pressure, chest pain, back pain, vaginitis, itching, hives, etc.
All side effects occur mainly with an overdose of Moxifloxacin. In this case, you must immediately stop taking the drug and contact the clinic for the appointment of local treatment, based on the symptoms.
Interaction with other drugs and special instructions
Before using moxifloxacin-based products, it is important to warn your doctor about the possibility of taking other medications. It does not combine with products containing aluminum, zinc, sucralfates and metal cations. In such situations, it is important to clearly adhere to the intervals of use: Moxifloxacin can be taken 4 hours before the time of taking the funds with the above components, or at least 8 hours after taking them.
Those who take the medicine in the form of eye drops need to follow some precautions:
- It is not advisable to be in the open sun;
- Do not engage in work that requires concentration;
- Do not use the product to treat children and use it with caution for older people.
Method of use of the drug "Moxifloxacin"
Eye drops must be instilled into each eye 1 drop 3 times a day. Treatment can last up to 5 days.
After opening the bottle, the drug is allowed to be stored for no more than 30 days at a temperature of up to 30 degrees.
As you can see, if it is necessary to select effective drops for the treatment of "eye" diseases, "Moxifloxacin" will be one of the best options. The price of the drug also contributes to this, since it is much lower in comparison with other drugs with a similar effect.
Pills and injections are carried out no more than once a day, while the dose is 400 mg.
How do analogues differ from the original drug? "Moxifloxacin" has a wider spectrum of action due to the greater amount of active substance in the composition.
Let us consider as examples the most famous drugs that are substitutes for Moxifloxacin: Levofloxacin, Avelox, Vigamox, Moxifur.
"Levofloxacin"
The first analogue drug we will consider is Levofloxacin 500. The price of the product is within 134 rubles.
Levofloxacin may be in the form of tablets, an infusion solution, or eye drops. The difference is only in the spectrum of drugs.
Drops are prescribed to treat infections of the anterior eye that were caused by microorganisms sensitive to levofloxacin.
Tablets and solution can be prescribed for the treatment of:
- acute sinusitis;
- exacerbations of chronic bronchitis;
- pneumonia;
- pyelonephritis;
- bacterial prostatitis;
- drug-resistant forms of tuberculosis;
- urinary tract infections.
The use of Levofloxacin drops is contraindicated for children under 12 months of age, as well as for pregnant women, mothers during lactation, and people with individual intolerance or hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. The solution and tablets have the same limitations, with the difference that they are allowed only from the age of 18.
Drop treatment is carried out according to the following scheme:
- the first two days to bury the drug every 2 hours (only 8 times a day);
- from the third to the seventh day, instill the drug every 4 hours (only 4 times a day).
The total duration of therapy can be from 5 to 7 days.
Side effects during the use of drops are not very common and can occur in the form of redness of the eyes, burning, decreased visual acuity, the appearance of mucus or dry eye syndrome, allergic reactions, headaches, contact dermatitis.
The tablets and the infusion solution have the same side effects as Moxifloxacin, so we won’t repeat it.
The main advantages of Levofloxacin 500 drops: the price of the drug, high efficiency, a minimum of contraindications for use and side effects.
Avelox
The country of manufacture of the drug Avelox is Germany (Bayer company). Available in the form of tablets or a solution for infusion.
The main active substance of the drug is moxifloxacin, therefore it is prescribed for:
- the presence of bacterial infections that were provoked by microorganisms sensitive to moxifloxacin;
- infectious diseases of the respiratory tract, including pneumonia, chronic bronchitis, acute sinusitis;
- soft tissue and skin infections;
- inflammatory diseases of the pelvic organs.
As you can see, "Aveloks", the price of which is within 758 rubles, has a wide range of bactericidal action.
It is necessary to take the drug 1 time per day, while the dose is 400 mg.
You can not chew tablets, they just need to be washed down with a sufficient amount of ordinary water (at least half a glass).
The duration of treatment will depend on the disease itself. For example, with exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, therapy will last 5 days, with community-acquired pneumonia - 10 days, acute sinusitis or uncomplicated skin infections - 7 days, pelvic inflammatory diseases - 14 days, and so on.
"Avelox" can be used both as an independent tool and in combination with other drugs to increase the effectiveness of therapy.
No cases of drug overdose were detected, and the likelihood of side effects is minimized. If they happen, they are expressed mainly in the form of violations of the gastrointestinal tract: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, impaired taste.
The following side effects are even less common:
- palpitations, chest pain, increased blood pressure;
- sleep disturbances, feeling of causeless anxiety, depression, weakness, dizziness;
- pain in the back, joints, muscles, tendons;
- allergic reactions (urticaria, itching, rash);
- decreased visual acuity.
It is extremely rare that taking Moxifloxacin analogs in the form of tablets (in this case, Avelox) can provoke the appearance of shortness of breath, convulsive attacks, and coordination disorders. bronchospasm, etc.
The use of "Aveloks" is contraindicated:
- with increased sensitivity to the components of the drug;
- children under the age of 18;
- during pregnancy and lactation;
- patients with epilepsy.
Keep tablets and Avelox solution at a temperature below 25 degrees Celsius.
"Vigamox"
Absolutely any drug has analogues. "Moxifloxacin" in this regard was no exception. We talked about its substitutes in the form of a solution and tablets, so now we will consider an analogue in the form of eye drops - “Vigamox”.
A drug is used to treat conjunctivitis, keratitis, corneal ulcers, meibomyitis, blepharitis, dacryocystitis and barley. In addition, the tool can be used for prevention and for the treatment of bacterial inflammation of the eyes that occurs as a result of surgery or injuries.
How to use Vigamox drops? Instructions for use say that the drug should be instilled three times a day, 1 drop. Treatment must be carried out until complete recovery.
The use of the drug is contraindicated in the presence of hypersensitivity to its components and during breastfeeding. For children, the elderly and pregnant women, the use of Vigamox drops is allowed only as prescribed by the doctor and with the adjustment of the maximum daily dose.
No cases of drug overdose were detected, but some side effects may occur after application:
- allergic reactions;
- burning or tingling sensation;
- the discomfort;
- fear of light;
- keratitis;
- blurred vision;
- lacrimation or dry eyes.
Less commonly, headaches, vascular edema (including edema of the larynx, pharynx, face), respiratory failure can occur.
Drops can cause temporary visual impairment, so you should refuse to drive vehicles until it is fully restored.
The price of the drug is in the range of 350 rubles per bottle.
Moksifur
Another eye drop based on moxifloxacin is Moxifur. The price of the product is approximately the same as in the previous version and may vary, depending on the pharmacy and the region of residence.
Drops "Moksifur" are absolutely similar to "Vigamox": indications, contraindications, method of use and possible side effects in both drugs are the same due to the identical composition and mode of action.
Therefore, we will not repeat the same thing and move on to patients' reviews about drugs based on moxifloxacin.
Reviews on "Moxifloxacin" and its analogues
What say those who used the original drug and its analogues for treatment? "Moxifloxacin" helped to solve the problem and accelerate recovery, or after its use the patient’s condition only worsened? Consider the answers to these questions in the form of feedback on specific tools.
Reviews about the drugs "Moxifloxacin" and "Levofloxacin"
Inexpensive and very effective drugs to combat infectious and inflammatory diseases - this is the main essence of all reviews about these two drugs. Most often they were used for bronchitis, gynecological infections, sinusitis and sinusitis. In each of these cases, drugs helped to quickly get rid of the symptoms of diseases and contributed to a speedy recovery.
Cons are the presence of side effects: pain in the muscles and joints, a feeling of constant weakness, confusion.
Although, in the end, the presence of positive dynamics in the fight against the disease contributed to the fact that drug withdrawal was not required and treatment ended successfully.
Reviews about the drug "Avelox"
The price of the drug is almost its only negative, since it is much higher in comparison with other analogues of Moxifloxacin. There are also cases of side effects in the form of nausea or dizziness, which become less noticeable or completely disappear after eating, or if you eat something before taking an antibiotic.
At the same time, the drug is highly effective in the treatment of pneumonia, bronchitis, inflammatory processes, etc.
Reviews about the drugs "Vigamox" and "Moxifur"
Those who used Vigamox or Moxifur drops note their high effectiveness and speed of action. Many people notice a positive result already on the second or third day after the start of drug use.
Another undoubted advantage is the availability of eye drops based on moxifloxacin, because the price is designed for the average buyer.
But there are situations when the use of either of these two drugs caused side effects in the form of dryness and itching in the eye area, so patients had to choose another remedy.