food interaction for Diflumox
alcohol interaction for Diflumox
pregnancy interaction for Diflumox
lactation interaction for Diflumox
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Diflumox Eye Drop is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Diflumox Eye Drop should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
CAUTION
SALT INFORMATION FOR Diflumox
Moxifloxacin(5mg)
Uses
Moxifloxacin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and bacterial eye infections. It is also used in infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin & soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia).
How it works
Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.
Common side effects
Nausea, Diarrhea, Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Eye discomfort, Dry eye, Prolonged QT interval, Hyperemia, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Palpitations, Sleep disorder, Blood cell abnormalities, Vertigo, Sleepiness, Muscle pain, Visual disturbance, Anaphylactic reaction, Increased glucose level in blood, Increased uric acid level in blood, Depression, Ventricular tachycardia, Photophobia, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Muscle weakness
Difluprednate(NA)
Uses
Difluprednate is used in the treatment of post-operative eye pain and inflammation. It is used to prevent and treat inflammation and associated symptoms following eye surgery.
How it works
Difluprednate is a topical steroid (an anti-inflammatory medicine). It works by stopping the release of certain natural substances in the eye that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Common side effects
Eye pain, Corneal edema, Conjunctival hyperemia, Photophobia, Posterior capsule opacification, Anterior chamber inflammation, Conjunctival edema, Eyelid inflammation, Reduced visual acuity, Punctate keratitis, Eye inflammation, Iritis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye), Application site discomfort, Corneal pigmentation, Corneal striae, Episcleritis, Eye itching, Eyelid irritation, Crusting in eyelids, Foreign body sensation, Increased lacrimation, Macular edema, Scleral hyperemia, Uveitis
SUBSTITUTES FOR Diflumox
No substitutes foundExpert advice FOR Diflumox
- You have been prescribed Moxifloxacin for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.
- Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- It may cause short-term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
- Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
- Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the medication.
- Your doctor has prescribed Moxifloxacin to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Discontinue Moxifloxacin and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.









