MAHAFLOX KT EYE DROPS is a combination of Ketorolac and Moxifloxacin which belongs to the group of medicines called Analgesics and Antibiotics respectively. It is used to manage inflammation and infections of the eyes and ears. It is typically used in conditions which involves inflammation along with the risk of infection such as during injury or post-surgery.
MAHAFLOX KT EYE DROPS is for external use only. Gently instil few drops of the medicine into the affected eyes/ears. If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying MAHAFLOX KT EYE DROPS and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion.
During management with MAHAFLOX KT EYE DROPS, your doctor will regularly monitor your eyes for intraocular pressure, cataracts and for infections as a precaution. Before using MAHAFLOX KT EYE DROPS inform your doctor if you have severe viral or fungal ear/eye infections. You must also inform your doctor if you have been managed with a steroid medicine recently, or have dry eyes, diabetes, stomach ulcers or joint pain as a precaution.
Do not use MAHAFLOX KT EYE DROPS if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The most common side effects of using MAHAFLOX KT EYE DROPS are temporary burning sensation and blurring of vision, mild eye itching, redness and irritation, dry eyes, headache and taste changes. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.
MAHAFLOX KT EYE DROPS contains two medicines namely, Ketorolac and Moxifloxacin. Ketorolac is a pain-relieving medication. It blocks the release of certain chemicals in the body (such as prostaglandins) that causes inflammation, redness and swelling. When applied topically on the eyes or ears, it reduces redness, soreness, pain, itching and swelling.
Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic. When applied topically on the eyes or ears, it kills the susceptible bacteria that causes infection. Collectively, this medicine reduces inflammation and infection of the eyes and ears.
Use MAHAFLOX KT EYE DROPS as advised by your physician. It is for topical use only.
For Eyes: Tilt your head slightly backwards and gently pull your lower eyelid. Instil few drops of this medicine into the eyes and close your eyes for 2 minutes. Repeat the same for the other eye if required. If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying MAHAFLOX KT EYE DROPS and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion.
For Ears: Gently instil few drops of this medicine into the ears. Repeat the same for the other ear if required.
Wash your hands before and after application. Leave a time gap of 5 minutes before applying other medicines on your eyes/ears. Do not touch the tip of the container with your eyes, eyelids, areas around your eyes, outer part of the ears or fingers, to avoid contamination.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. If there is no improvement in your condition even after using this medicine for 7 days, consult your doctor for advice.