OCCUMOX DM 0.5%/0.1% EYE DPS

Overview

OCCUMOX DM 0.5%/0.1% EYE DPS is a Schedule H antibiotic.

OCCUMOX DM 0.5%/0.1% EYE DPS is composed of: DEXAMETHASONE (0.1 %), MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE (0.5 %)

Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Dexamethasone is used to treat many different inflammatory conditions such as allergic disorders and skin conditions. Dexamethasone is also used to treat ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, and breathing disorders.

Moxifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone (floor-o-KWIN-o-lone) antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Moxifloxacin is used to treat different types of bacterial infections of the skin, sinuses, lungs, or stomach, pneumonia, bronchitis

Usage

DEXAMETHASONE is generally used to treat: Ulcerative Colitis, Arthritis, Lupus, Psoriasis

MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Pneumonia, Bronchitis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

OCCUMOX DM 0.5%/0.1% EYE DPS is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for OCCUMOX DM 0.5%/0.1% EYE DPS and its Constituents


Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver, kidney, intestinal or heart disease, diabetes, under active thyroid, high blood pressure, mental illness, myasthenia gravis, joint inflammation, eye infection, seizures, tuberculosis, ulcer, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Monitor blood glucose level in diabetic patients regularly while taking this medication.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of nerve problems, stroke, seizures, chest pain, slow heartbeat, low level of blood minerals, liver disease, myasthenia gravis, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness and lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid exposure to sunlight.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DEXAMETHASONE over-dosage can result in: Easy Bruising, Irregular Menstrual Periods

Common Side-Effects

DEXAMETHASONE : Abdomen Upset Stomach, Head Headache, Dizziness, Difficulty Sleeping, Weight Gain
MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE : Diarrhoea, Nausea, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Head Headache, Weakness (generalized), Difficulty Sleeping

Serious Side-Effects

DEXAMETHASONE : Heartburn, Throat Soreness, Fever, Arms Joint Pain, Increased Thirst, Frequent Urination, Irregular Heartbeat, Eyes Pain, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Ankles Swelling, Mood Swings
MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE : Fever, Throat Soreness, Vomit, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Abdomen Pain, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools

Rare Side-Effects

DEXAMETHASONE : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching
MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE : Skin Rash, Face Swelling, Body Itching, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, CNS Disorder, Myasthenia Gravis, Magnesium Deficiency, Ischemic Heart Disease, Hypokalemia, Heart Arrhythmias, Congestive Heart Disease, Colitis, Gastroenteritis, Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Diabetes Mellitus

Technical Classification

DEXAMETHASONE is categorized as: GLUCOCORTICOIDS / ADRENAL CORTICAL STEROIDS / HORMONES
MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE is categorized as: QUINOLONES / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for OCCUMOX DM 0.5%/0.1% EYE DPS

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

MFLOTAS D EYE DPSINR 18.08 for 10 ML EYE DROPDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 0.5 %
MILFLOX DM EYE DPSINR 21.3 for 10 ML EYE DROPDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %, MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 0.5 %
MOXIBLU D EYE DPSINR 45 for 5 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 0.5 %, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %
OCCUMOX DM 0.5%/0.1% EYE DPSINR 17.8 for 5 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 0.5 %, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

4 QUIN DX EYE DPSINR 17.84 for 5 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 0.5 %W/V, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V
APDPS DM EYE DPSINR 108 for 5 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 0.5 %W/V, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V
APDPS DX 5MG/1MG DPSINR 72.68 for 5 ML DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 5.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 1.0 MG
DEXCIN M EYE DPSINR 68 for 5 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE , DEXAMETHASONE
KITMOX-DX EYE DPSINR 110 for 10 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 5.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 1.0 MG
MFC D EYE DPSINR 88 for 5 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 0.5 %W/V, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V
MFLOTAS DX 0.5%W/V/0.1%W/V EYE DPSINR 90 for 5 ML EYE DROPDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V, MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 0.5 %W/V
MFLOTAS T INJINR 18.08 for 10 ML INJECTIONMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 5.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 1.0 MG
MILFLODEX EYE DPSINR 115 for 5 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 5.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 1.0 MG
MO 4 DX EYE DPSINR 80 for 5 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE , DEXAMETHASONE
MOFLOREN D EYE DPSINR 106.5 for 5 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 5.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 1.0 MG
MOSI D EYE DPSINR 11.25 for 5 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 5 MG/ML, DEXAMETHASONE 1 MG/ML
MOXIFAX DX EYE DPSINR 55 for 5 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE , DEXAMETHASONE
MOXIGRAM D EYE DPSINR 108 for 10 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 5.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V
MOXIGRAM DX EYE DPSINR 65.82 for 5 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 5.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 1.0 MG
MOXIQUIN D EYE DPSINR 20.7 for 10 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE , DEXAMETHASONE
MOXITAK D 0.5% W/V/0.1% W/V EYE DPSINR 80 for 10 ML EYE DROPDEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V, MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 0.5 %W/V
MOXITAK DM EYE DPSINR 20.12 for 5 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE , DEXAMETHASONE
MYTICOM EYE DPSINR 75.74 for 5 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 0.5 %W/V, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V
OCCUMOX D EYE DPSINR 17.8 for 15 ML EYE DROPMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE , DEXAMETHASONE
ONEMOX DM EYE DPSINR 69 for 5 ML EYE DROPDEXAMETHASONE 1.0 MG, MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 0.5 MG
VIGADEXA EYE-DPSINR 295 for 5MLMOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 0.5 %W/V, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V