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Votano Pharmaceuticals

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OPHTHALMIC

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Not Returnable

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About Votamox D Eye Drop

Votamox D Eye Drop belongs to the class of ‘antibiotics’ used to treat inflammation associated with bacterial eye infections. It treats eye infections like conjunctivitis (infected conjunctiva) and other inflammatory conditions after eye surgery. 

Votamox D Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Moxifloxacin (antibiotic) and Dexamethasone (steroid). Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic that stops bacteria from making a copy of their genetic material (DNA), thereby killing and stopping the growth of bacterial infection. Dexamethasone is a steroid that reduces inflammation and symptoms associated with infection such as redness and irritation by inhibiting the natural substance like prostaglandins that cause inflammation. Thus together Votamox D Eye Drop prevents spread of redness, allergies, inflammation and bacterial infection in the eyes. 

You should use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Votamox D Eye Drop are application site burning/stinging sensation or redness and temporary blurred vision. While using eye drops, if swelling or sensitivity to light occurs, wash your eyes thoroughly with cold water after 15 minutes. If the condition does not improve, consult your doctor immediately. 

Do not use Votamox D Eye Drop if you are allergic to Moxifloxacin, Dexamethasone, or any contents of it. Before taking Votamox D Eye Drop, inform your doctor if you have fungal infections, viral infections such as viral infection of the conjunctiva or cornea of an eye, herpes simplex or varicella, or parasitic infections such as amoebiasis. Do not use Votamox D Eye Drop if you have tuberculosis, damaged cornea, ulceration, lesions with incomplete formation of the covering tissue, and increased pressure inside the eye.

Uses of Votamox D Eye Drop

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections.

Medicinal Benefits

Votamox D Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Moxifloxacin and Dexamethasone. Moxifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that acts by interfering with the formation of essential proteins required for bacterial growth. Dexamethasone is a steroid medicine that has anti-inflammatory properties and acts by inhibiting the chemicals such as prostaglandins that cause inflammation. It also reduces symptoms associated with infection such as redness and irritation.

Side Effects of Votamox D Eye Drop

  • Stinging or burning sensation

  • Redness 

  • Blurred vision

  • Swelling

  • Watery eyes

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

Drug Warnings

Before taking Votamox D Eye Drop, inform your doctor if you have vision problems, severe pain in the eye, glaucoma (raised pressure in the eye), eye injury or eye surgery, or using any other eye drops or eye ointment. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice swelling or weight gain around the trunk or in the face, as it may be a sign of Cushing’s syndrome (high levels of cortisol in the body). Do not use eye drops for longer than recommended by your doctor as it may suppress adrenal gland function and may increase the risk of cataracts (clouding of the eye). Votamox D Eye Drop should be not be used in the skin conditions like herpes simplex virus infection, or other viral eye infections. 

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS AND CORTICOSTEROIDS

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Votamox D Eye Drop may interact with other antibiotics, antiviral or anti-HIV (ritonavir, cobicistat).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions were found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Votamox D Eye Drop should not be used in patients with fungal infections, viral infections such as herpes simplex or varicella, or parasitic infections such as amoebiasis, tuberculosis, damaged cornea, ulceration, and glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eye).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • RITONAVIR
  • COBICISTAT

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Sleep for at least six to eight hours to rejuvenate your eyes naturally.
  • Wash your eyes with clean water at least two to three times a day. Do not wash your eyes if you have undergone any eye surgery for at least 2 weeks. 
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid alcoholic beverages as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This effect can also affect your body’s ability to fight off infections. 

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Votamox D Eye Drop

Do not use Votamox D Eye Drop in more doses or more often than prescribed. If you have any unusual signs or symptoms, please consult a doctor immediately.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial eye infections: These are the common eye problems seen in a primary care setting. The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, or keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. It is a highly contagious infection that is spread by secretions of the eye. Symptoms include redness, itchy, and discharge or crusting around the eye. A stye, a bump on the eyelid, is also a common eye condition. Keratitis, inflammation of the cornea, occurs due to frequent contact lenses, injury, diabetes, or surgery.  

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

It is advisable to avoid alcohol intake while using Votamox D Eye Drop as it may affect your ability to fight infections.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Votamox D Eye Drop is a category C medicine. Votamox D Eye Drop may cause some side effects to the unborn baby or fetus, so it should not be used in pregnant women.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Votamox D Eye Drop should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Votamox D Eye Drop may cause vision problems. However, it will be mild and temporary in nature. So, it is advisable to avoid driving until your vision clears.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Votamox D Eye Drop can be used for treating eye infections in patients with liver diseases.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Votamox D Eye Drop can be used for treating eye infections in patients with kidney diseases.

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Children

Caution

Votamox D Eye Drop should be used with caution in children. It is not recommended for use in newborns.

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

Votamox D Eye Drop is used to treat inflammation associated with bacterial eye infections
Votamox D Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Moxifloxacin and Dexamethasone. Moxifloxacin is a bactericidal antibiotic (kills bacteria) by stopping making a copy of their genetic material (DNA), thereby preventing bacterial infection growth. Dexamethasone is a steroid that helps prevent allergic symptoms or inflammatory conditions caused due to the bacterial infection or any eye surgery. Thus, together Votamox D Eye Drop helps in preventing the bacterial eye infections.
Votamox D Eye Drop usually improves symptoms within 3 to 5 days. However, use medicine for a duration recommended by your doctor. Please do not use for more than the recommended duration as it contains dexamethasone, which is a steroid and can cause unwanted side-effects.
Inform your doctor before any medications while using Votamox D Eye Drop. If your doctor advises you to take other eye drops along with Votamox D Eye Drop, maintain an interval of at least 5 minutes between two eye drops.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Votamox D Eye Drop. Also, avoid prolonged use, as it may cause cataracts (clouding of the eye).
No, you should not stop using Votamox D Eye Drop if you feel better. It’s important to complete the course as prescribed by your doctor to ensure the infection is fully treated and to prevent a recurrence. If you have any concerns or if your symptoms persist, consult your doctor. Stopping the medication early may also lead to antibiotic resistance.
The common side effects of Votamox D Eye Drop are stinging or burning sensation, redness, blurred vision, swelling and watery eyes. If any of these persist or worsen consult your doctor.

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