Vigamox eye drops contain moxifloxacin, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to fight bacterial infections of the eye.

Vigamox will not treat a viral or fungal infection of the eye. This medicine is for use in treating only bacterial infections.

Do not use Vigamox if you have a viral or fungal infection in the eye. It is used to treat infections caused by bacteria only.

Do not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to it or other similar medicines in the past. Medicines similar to Vigamox include gatifloxacin ophthalmic (Zymar), gatifloxacin (Tequin), ciprofloxacin ophthalmic (Ciloxan), ciprofloxacin (Cipro), ofloxacin ophthalmic (Ocuflox), ofloxacin (Floxin), norfloxacin ophthalmic (Chibroxin), norfloxacin (Noroxin), levofloxacin ophthalmic (Quixin), levofloxacin (Levaquin), lomefloxacin (Maxaquin), sparfloxacin (Zagam), trovafloxacin (Trovan), and moxifloxacin (Avelox).

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Vigamox if you are allergic to moxifloxacin or other fluoroquinolones (ciprofloxacin, gemifloxacin, levofloxacin, ofloxacin, norfloxacin, and others).

Do not use Vigamox to treat a viral or fungal infection in the eye. This medicine is for use in treating only bacterial infections of the eye.

It is not known whether Vigamox will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known whether Vigamox passes into breast milk or if it could affect the nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding.

Use Vigamox eye drops exactly as directed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Vigamox eye drops. Ask your doctor if contact lenses can be reinserted after application of the medication.

Wash your hands before using the eye drops.

To apply the eye drops:

• Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper above the eye with the tip down. Look up and away from the dropper and squeeze out a drop.

• Close your eyes for 2 or 3 minutes with your head tipped down, without blinking or squinting. Gently press your finger to the inside corner of the eye for about 1 minute, to keep the liquid from draining into your tear duct.

• Use only the number of drops your doctor has prescribed. If you use more than one drop, wait about 5 minutes between drops.

• Wait at least 10 minutes before using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed.

Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.

Vigamox is most often used for 7 days in a row. Use Vigamox for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.

Do not use the eye drops if the liquid has changed colors or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.

Store at cool room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

You should not use Vigamox if you are allergic to moxifloxacin or other fluoroquinolones (ciprofloxacin, gemifloxacin, levofloxacin, ofloxacin, norfloxacin, and others).

Do not use Vigamox to treat a viral or fungal infection in the eye. This medicine is for use in treating only bacterial infections of the eye.

It is not known whether Vigamox will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known whether Vigamox passes into breast milk or if it could affect the nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding.

Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

An overdose of Vigamox is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

Avoid wearing contact lenses until you no longer have symptoms of the eye infection.

Vigamox may cause blurred vision. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.

Do not use other eye medications unless your doctor tells you to.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Vigamox: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have:

• severe burning, stinging, or irritation after using Vigamox eye drops; or

• eye swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage (may be signs of infection).

Common Vigamox side effects may include:

• dry eyes or watery eyes;

• eye pain or discomfort;

• blurred vision;

• mild itching, redness, or other irritation; or

• fever, cough, sore throat or runny nose.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.