Apdrops Duo 0.5%/0.1% Eye Drops

Composition of Apdrops Duo 0.5%/0.1% Eye Drops

Apdrops Duo 0.5%/0.1% Eye Drops contains Moxifloxacin 0.5% w/v + Dexamethasone 0.1% w/v ophthalmic solution. It belongs to the Fluoroquinolone antibiotic + Corticosteroid class of medicines.

Uses of Apdrops Duo 0.5%/0.1% Eye Drops

• Treatment of bacterial eye infections with associated inflammation
• such as bacterial conjunctivitis/blepharitis; used when a corticosteroid is indicated along with an antibiotic.

Key benefits

• Treats bacterial eye infection
• Reduces eye inflammation and redness
• Relieves irritation and discomfort
• Helps prevent worsening/spread of infection

How Apdrops Duo 0.5%/0.1% Eye Drops works

Moxifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, stopping bacterial replication. Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation by suppressing inflammatory mediators, thereby decreasing redness, swelling and pain.

How to take Apdrops Duo 0.5%/0.1% Eye Drops

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Apdrops Duo 0.5%/0.1% Eye Drops

Most side effects of Apdrops Duo 0.5%/0.1% are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Eye irritation/burning
• stinging
• blurred vision
• eye redness
• watering
• itching
• foreign body sensation
• unpleasant taste

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Apdrops Duo 0.5%/0.1% Eye Drops

Warnings and precautions

Use only for bacterial eye infections; do not use for viral/fungal eye infections unless advised. Prolonged steroid use may increase intraocular pressure, cause glaucoma/cataract, delay wound healing, and increase risk of secondary infections—use for the shortest duration prescribed. Use with caution in patients with glaucoma, corneal thinning/ulceration, or history of steroid response. Stop and seek medical help if severe pain, vision changes, swelling/rash, or worsening symptoms occur. Do not wear contact lenses during an active eye infection unless advised.

Do not take Apdrops Duo 0.5%/0.1% if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Generally avoided in children and adolescents, in pregnancy, and in anyone with a history of tendon problems with these antibiotics. Not for people with an untreated systemic infection, except where the steroid is part of the treatment.

Interactions with other medicines

Other ophthalmic medicines (separate by 5–10 minutes). Dexamethasone may increase risk of raised intraocular pressure when combined with other steroids; caution with concomitant NSAID eye drops due to possible delayed corneal healing. Systemic interactions are unlikely with proper topical use.

How to store Apdrops Duo 0.5%/0.1% Eye Drops

Store below 25°C, protected from light and moisture. Do not freeze. Keep the bottle tightly closed. Discard within 4 weeks of opening or as per label.

Expert advice for Apdrops Duo 0.5%/0.1% Eye Drops

Drink plenty of water through the course. Separate it from antacids, milk and mineral supplements. Take the whole daily dose in the morning with food, unless your doctor directs otherwise — this suits the body's own rhythm and helps you sleep. Carry a steroid card or note if you are on a long course. Watch your salt, sugar and weight during the course.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

AJANTA PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Ophthalmic antibiotic with corticosteroid

Drug class:

Fluoroquinolone antibiotic + Corticosteroid