Moxifloxacin + Ketorolac Combination

This is an eye drop formulation that combines:

• Moxifloxacin – a powerful antibiotic

• Ketorolac – a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)

It is used for bacterial eye infections where there is also pain, redness, and inflammation that need relief.

Components and Their Roles

1. Moxifloxacin

   • Type: Fluoroquinolone antibiotic

   • Action: Stops bacteria from replicating by blocking their DNA enzymes.

   • Purpose: Kills or controls bacteria causing eye infections such as conjunctivitis or keratitis.

2. Ketorolac

   • Type: NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug)

   • Action: Reduces production of prostaglandins (chemicals that cause pain and swelling).

   • Purpose: Decreases eye pain, redness, and inflammation without using steroids.

Common Uses

• Bacterial conjunctivitis with significant pain and irritation

• Keratitis with discomfort

• Post-eye surgery to prevent infection and control inflammation

• Situations where steroids are not preferred (e.g., glaucoma risk, delayed wound healing risk)

Advantages

• Treats infection and controls pain and swelling in one drop

• Avoids steroid-related side effects like increased eye pressure or delayed healing

• Can be used safely for short-term inflammation relief

Possible Side Effects

From Moxifloxacin:

• Mild stinging or irritation

• Temporary blurred vision

• Rare allergic reaction

From Ketorolac:

• Mild burning or stinging

• Rarely, delayed corneal healing with very prolonged use

• Increased sensitivity in patients with aspirin/NSAID allergies

Precautions

• Use exactly as prescribed — avoid prolonged use unless advised.

• Not for viral or fungal eye infections.

• Avoid touching dropper tip to the eye to keep it sterile.

• Inform the doctor if you have a history of NSAID allergy, asthma triggered by aspirin, or bleeding disorders.