Compare Vigamox vs. Ciloxan
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
Treats eye infections.
Vigamox (moxifloxacin) is effective at treating eye infections, but it can be expensive.
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Upsides
- Infection may start to feel better and clear up on days 5-6.
- Because it works directly on the eye, you won't get the same side effects (like diarrhea) from taking the pill form.
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Downsides
- May need to use Vigamox (moxifloxacin) multiple times a day, which can be inconvenient.
- Not available as a generic eye drop medication.
- Common side effects include eye irritation, eye pain, dry eyes, and teary eyes.
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Used for
- Acute infective exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Bacterial conjunctivitis
- Bacterial sinusitis
- Community acquired pneumonia
- Skin and soft tissue infection
- Abdominal infection
- Plague (treatment and prophylaxis)
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No information currently availableDosage forms
- Eye drops
- Eye drops
- Eye cream, gel, or ointment
Price
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$177.06
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Side effects
6possible side effects
- Pinkeye6%
- Decreased visual acuity6%
- Dry eyes6%
- Eye irritation6%
- Eye pain6%
- Itchy eyes6%
The Ciloxan (Ciprofloxacin) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
Risks and risk factors
- Superinfection
- Avoidance of contact lens wear
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