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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 23, 2024 | 4:49 PM IST
Holymox KT Eye Drop is used to treat and prevent bacterial eye infections and itchy eyes caused by seasonal allergies. It also relieves swelling, pain, and burning or stinging sensation after cataract surgery or corneal refractive surgery. It contains Ketorolac and Moxifloxacin, which kills bacteria and also reduces mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the infected site. It may cause common side effects such as blurred vision, watery eyes, burning/stinging sensation in the eye, and eye discomfort. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Holymox KT Eye Drop

Holymox KT Eye Drop is an ophthalmic (for eye use) medication, primarily used to treat and prevent bacterial eye infections and itchy eyes caused by seasonal allergies. Holymox KT Eye Drop also relieves swelling, pain, and burning or stinging sensation after cataract surgery or corneal refractive surgery. A bacterial eye infection occurs when bacteria invade any part of the eyeball or its surrounding tissues, including the cornea (clear front surface of the eye) and the conjunctiva (thin membrane lining the outer eye and inner eyelids).

Holymox KT Eye Drop contains two medicines, namely: Ketorolac (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)) and Moxifloxacin (antibiotic). Ketorolac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It inhibits cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes that further prevent the formation of chemical messengers called 'prostaglandins' (PGs). These prostaglandins are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking COX enzymes' effect, lesser PGs are produced, which reduces mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the infected site. Moxifloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It is bactericidal (kills bacteria) and works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase, an enzyme required for the replication, transcription and repair of the DNA.

Your doctor will advise on how often you take Holymox KT Eye Drop based on your medical condition. Some common side effects of Holymox KT Eye Drop include blurred vision, watery eyes, burning/stinging sensation in the eye, and eye discomfort. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. 

Please do not use Holymox KT Eye Drop without consulting your doctor if you have any eye surgery, diabetes, asthma, nasal polyps, or eye problems like dry eye syndrome and corneal problems. Avoid touching the eyedropper with bare hands or taking it closer to the eyelids while administering drops since it contaminates the dropper tip and solution. Avoid driving or operating machines since the administration of Holymox KT Eye Drop causes blurred vision for a while after using. If you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother, please consult your doctor before using Holymox KT Eye Drop.

Uses of Holymox KT Eye Drop

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections.

Medicinal Benefits

Holymox KT Eye Drop treats and prevents bacterial eye infections and itchy eyes caused by seasonal allergies. It also relieves swelling, pain, and burning or stinging sensation after cataract surgery or corneal refractive surgery. It contains two medicines, namely: Ketorolac (NSAID) and Moxifloxacin (antibiotic). Ketorolac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking chemical messengers called 'prostaglandins' in your body to reduce pain and swelling. Moxifloxacin is a quinolone antibiotic. It is bactericidal (kills bacteria) and works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase, an enzyme required for the replication, transcription, and repair of the DNA.

Directions for Use

Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Holymox KT Eye Drop

  • Blurred vision
  • Burning/stinging sensation of the eye 
  • Watery eyes
  • Eye discomfort 

Drug Warnings

Before using the Holymox KT Eye Drop, let your doctor know if have eye surgery, diabetes, asthma, nasal polyps, or eye problems like dry eye syndrome and corneal problems. Avoid touching the dropper with bare hands or taking it closer to the eyelids while administering drops since it contaminates the dropper tip and solution. If you wear contact lenses, remove them while administering the medicine into the eye. It is advised to check with your doctor before using Holymox KT Eye Drop if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machines since the administration of Holymox KT Eye Drop may cause temporary blurred vision for a while.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Holymox KT Eye Drop may interact with blood thinners (clopidogrel, dabigatran, enoxaparin, and warfarin), pain killers (aspirin, naproxen, and ibuprofen), and corticosteroid drugs (prednisone).

Drug-Food Interaction: No drug-food interactions were found. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: Brief your doctor if you have any eye problems like dry eye syndrome and corneal problems, allergic reactions to medicines or liver and kidney diseases before taking Holymox KT Eye Drop. 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CLOPIDOGREL
  • ASPIRIN
  • DABIGATRAN
  • ENOXAPARIN
  • WARFARIN
  • NAPROXEN
  • IBUPROFEN
  • PREDNISONE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take the medication as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over the counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Holymox KT Eye Drop.
  • Try to maintain good hygiene to keep your eyes clean and irritant-free.
  • Do not rub your eyes even though some ophthalmic drugs make your eye itchy.
  • Wash your hands thoroughly and do not touch the dropper before using drops to avoid contamination.
  • Know your allergy triggers, such as pollen, dust and other factors.

Special Advise

It is advised to reach out to your doctor if the bacterial infection symptoms persist or worsen after two weeks of treatment.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial eye infection: A bacterial eye infection occurs when bacteria invade any part of the eyeball or its surrounding tissues, including the cornea (clear front surface of the eye) and the conjunctiva (thin membrane lining the outer eye and inner eyelids). A bacterial eye infection symptoms include red eyes, pain, swelling of the eyes, watery eyes, itching, and blurry vision. Some very common eye infections are Conjunctivitis (pink eye) and Stye.

Conjunctivitis: A condition caused by the inflammation and irritation of the eye's mucous membrane (conjunctiva). 

Stye: Formation of a bump on the eyelid that happens when bacteria from the skin get into the hair follicle of an eyelash.

Allergy is an immune response produced by the body in response to 'allergens,' which release 'histamines' into the blood. Histamines are the chemicals released into the body due to this immune response and cause a stuffy nose, watery eyes, itching nose/throat etc.

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Alcohol

Caution

There is limited information on how alcohol consumption affects Holymox KT Eye Drop. Please consult your doctor before starting.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Holymox KT Eye Drop.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if Holymox KT Eye Drop passes into the breast milk. Please consult your doctor before starting Holymox KT Eye Drop if you are a lactating mother.

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Driving

Caution

Holymox KT Eye Drop may cause side effects like blurry vision, which could affect your ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery in such cases. Drive only when you are alert and have a clear vision.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Holymox KT Eye Drop.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Holymox KT Eye Drop.

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Children

Caution

Holymox KT Eye Drop is not recommended in children below two years of age. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor depending upon the condition of the children's disease and age.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 28 Sundar Industrial Estate,N.T.Y Layout Mysore Road , Bangalore - 560026, India
Other Info - HO51951

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FAQs

Holymox KT Eye Drop is used to treat and prevent bacterial eye infections and itchy eyes caused by seasonal allergies. It also relieves swelling, pain, and burning or stinging sensation after cataract surgery or corneal refractive surgery.
Holymox KT Eye Drop contains Ketorolac (NSAID) and Moxifloxacin (antibiotic). Ketorolac blocks prostaglandins' production (chemical messengers) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy. Moxifloxacin works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase, an enzyme required for the replication, transcription, and repair of the DNA, leading to bacterial cell death. Collectively, Holymox KT Eye Drop helps in relieving and treating symptoms of bacterial eye infections.
If you use other eye ointments/drops along with Holymox KT Eye Drop, it is advised to maintain a gap of at least 5-10 minutes after each administration. Also, use eye drops before applying any eye ointment.
Holymox KT Eye Drop can cause a blurry vision for some time in the beginning. Avoid driving and operating machinery in such cases until you feel better. If the effect persists longer, seek medical attention.
Avoid the contact of the dropper or tip with fingers, eyes, and eyelids when you use eye ointment or eye drops. Topical eye products, when contaminated by patients with eye diseases, bacterial keratitis (an infection of the cornea) and ocular infections (eye infections) may occur, which result in vision loss.
It is advised to remove your contact lens if you are wearing it while administering Holymox KT Eye Drop. Also, remember to wash your hands before and after administering the medicine to avoid contamination.
It is recommended to remove your contact lenses if you are wearing them before instilling Holymox KT Eye Drop. Additionally, ensure that you wash your hands both before and after applying the drops to prevent contamination.
Yes, you can use Holymox KT Eye Drop frequently only if advised by the doctor based on your medical condition being treated.
Holymox KT Eye Drop starts working as soon as after using it. However, it may take a few days to completely kill the bacteria and make you feel better.
No, you should not stop using Holymox KT Eye Drop if you feel better as it may recur or worsen the infection. Always complete the full course of treatment as prescribed by the doctor to get the best results.
The side effects of Holymox KT Eye Drop include watery eyes, eye discomfort, blurred vision and a burning/stinging sensation in the eye. Consult the doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen.

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