Moxifloxacin Ophthalmic for Dog
Dog · Canis lupus familiaris · typical adult weight 2.00–80.00 kg
Moxifloxacin Ophthalmic is used in dog for Bacterial keratitis, perioperative prophylaxis. Routes documented in dog: TOPICAL (ophthalmic). A typical adult dog weighs 2.00–80.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Moxifloxacin Ophthalmic in dog, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Vigamox, Moxeza
Dose ranges
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOPICAL (ophthalmic) | 0 1 drop per eye | q4-6h | 7-14 days | Bacterial keratitis, perioperative prophylaxis | Moderate | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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Mechanism of action
Fourth-generation fluoroquinolone with dual mechanism (DNA gyrase + topoisomerase IV inhibition). Self-preserved formulation with superior corneal penetration.
Side effects & warnings
Excellent intraocular penetration. No preservative (BAK-free) — better for compromised corneas. Used for bacterial keratitis and pre/post-operative prophylaxis.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for dog may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Other Ophthalmic drugs with dog dosing
Moxifloxacin Ophthalmic dosing in other species
Why a species-specific page? Moxifloxacin Ophthalmic pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in dog — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.