Duobrom Eye Drops (Bromfenac 0.09% / Moxifloxacin 0.5%)

About Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml

Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to ophthalmic eye medications primarily used to treat bacterial eye infections and reduce eye inflammation after cataract surgery in adults. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is a common bacterial eye infection associated with the conjunctiva’s inflammation or infection (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. Eye inflammation after cataract surgery is a common condition in which eyes become swollen and red.

Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml is a combination of two drugs: Bromfenac (analgesic) and Moxifloxacin (antibiotic). Bromfenac belongs to the class of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (pain relievers) that works by blocking cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body production of certain chemical substances such as prostaglandins that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, helps in relieving pain and swelling after cataract surgery. Moxifloxacin belongs to the class of antibiotics that inhibits a bacterial enzyme called DNA gyrase required to survive a bacteria. Thereby, kills bacteria and prevents the spread of the infection in the eye.

Use Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml is only for use in the eyes. You are advised to use Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience mild eye irritation, eye pain, discomfort in the eye, seeing floaters or flashes of light before the eyes, or increased sensitivity of eyes to light. Most of these side effects of Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid taking Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml and consult a doctor if you are pregnant, especially in the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may harm the unborn baby. Drive only if your vision is clear as Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying.

Uses of Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml

Bacterial eye infections, Eye inflammation after cataract surgery

Medicinal Benefits

Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml is a combination of two drugs: Bromfenac and Moxifloxacin used to treat bacterial eye infections and reduce eye inflammation after cataract surgery in adults. Bromfenac belongs to the class of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (pain relievers) that block cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body that is involved in the production of certain chemical substances such as prostaglandins that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, helps in relieving pain and swelling after cataract surgery. Moxifloxacin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative, gram-positive bacteria. It inhibits DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) in repairing and replicating the DNA (genetic material) of bacteria. Thereby, kills bacteria and clears the infection.

Directions for Use

Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml is for external use only. Wash your hands thoroughly with water before and after use. Use the dropper provided with the pack to instil the drops into the affected eye. Your doctor will advise you how many drops to instil based on your medical condition. Replace the outer cap after use. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml

• Mild eye irritation
• Eye pain
• Discomfort in the eye
• Seeing floaters or flashes of light before the eyes
• Increased sensitivity of eyes to light

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid taking Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml and consult a doctor if you are pregnant, especially in the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may harm an unborn baby. Drive only if your vision is clear as Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. If you have diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, bleeding problems, dry eyes, cornea problems, before taking Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml. You are advised to remove soft contact lenses before using Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml as it may cause discoloration of soft contact lens. You are recommended to maintain a time gap of at least 5 minutes between using Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml and other eye drops. Please do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml and cause eye infections.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml may interact with topical steroids (cortisone, loteprednol), blood thinners (warfarin, clopidogrel, aspirin).

Drug- Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, bleeding problems, dry eyes, cornea problems, before taking Duobrom Eye Drops 5 ml.