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MOXIFLOXACIN

Prescription ANDA TE AT1 Official labelling
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Overview

Brand name
Moxifloxacin
Generic name
Moxifloxacin
Dosage form
Solution/ Drops
Route
Ophthalmic
Marketing category
ANDA · ANDA
Labeler
Advanced Rx Pharmacy of Tennessee, LLC
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
2
NDC product codes
14
Packages
14
Data completeness
83% of corroborating sources present

Active ingredients

Source: NDC Directory
Active ingredients and strengths as listed in the NDC Directory.
Ingredient Strength RxCUI Monograph
Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride 5 mg/mL 311787 View
Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride Monohydrate 5 mg/mL 311787 View

Forms, strengths and routes

Source: NDC Directory
Dosage form
Solution/ Drops
Route of administration
Ophthalmic
Presentations
28

Pharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.

Pharmacologic class

Source: NDC Directory
Established pharmacologic classes (EPC), mechanisms of action (MoA), chemical structures (CS) and physiologic effects (PE).
Class Type Browse
Fluoroquinolone Antibacterial [EPC] EPC All 20 members
Fluoroquinolones [CS] CS All 20 members
Quinolone Antimicrobial [EPC] EPC All 16 members
Quinolones [CS] CS All 16 members

Regulatory status

Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory
Application number
202867
Application type
ANDA · Abbreviated New Drug Application
Approval date
September 4, 2014
Sponsor
LUPIN
Products on application
1
Submissions recorded
3
Products approved under application 202867.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
202867-001 MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE SOLUTION/DROPS MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE Prescription AT1

Therapeutic equivalence

Source: Orange Book
TE code
AT1
Reference Listed Drug
No
Reference Standard
No

What this rating means: Therapeutically equivalent — bioequivalence demonstrated (topical dermatological products)

Codes beginning with “A” indicate products the FDA considers therapeutically equivalent. Codes beginning with “B” indicate bioequivalence has not been established. See methodology.

Approval history

Source: Drugs@FDA
Most recent submissions on application 202867.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 8 Labeling Approved October 28, 2021 Standard
Supplement 1 Labeling Approved October 28, 2021 Standard
Original application 1 Approved September 4, 2014 —

Review documents

  • 0 · Original application · September 8, 2014

Prescribing information

Source: openFDA Drug Labeling

Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20250121). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

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Indications and Usage

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution, 0.5% is a topical fluoroquinolone anti- infective indicated for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis caused by susceptible strains of the following organisms: Corynebacterium species*, Micrococcus luteus*, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Staphylococcus haemolyticus, Staphylococcus hominis, Staphylococcus warneri*, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus viridans group, Acinetobacter lwoffii*, Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae*, Chlamydia trachomatis *Efficacy for this organism was studied in fewer than 10 infections. ( 1 ) Moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution, 0.5% is indicated for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis caused by susceptible strains of the following organisms: Corynebacterium species* Micrococcus luteus* Staphylococcus aureus Staphylococcus epidermidis Staphylococcus haemolyticus Staphylococcus hominis Staphylococcus warneri* Streptococcus pneumoniae Streptococcus viridans group Acinetobacter lwoffii* Haemophilus influenza Haemophilus parainfluenzae* Chlamydia trachomatis *Efficacy for this organism was studied in fewer than 10 infections.

Dosage and Administration

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Instill one drop in the affected eye 3 times a day for 7 days. Moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution is for topical ophthalmic use. Instill one drop in the affected eye 3 times a day for 7 days. ( 2 )

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS 5 mL bottle filled with 3 mL sterile ophthalmic solution of moxifloxacin 0.5%. 5 mL bottle filled with 3 mL sterile ophthalmic solution of moxifloxacin 0.5%. ( 3 )

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to moxifloxacin, to other quinolones, or to any of the components in this medication. Moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to moxifloxacin, to other quinolones, or to any of the components in this medication. ( 4 )

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Hypersensitivity Reactions : Hypersensitivity and anaphylaxis have been reported with systemic use of moxifloxacin. ( 5.1 ) • Prolonged Use : May result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms, including fungi. If superinfection occurs, discontinue use and institute alternative therapy. ( 5.2 ) • Avoid Contact Lens Wear : Patients should not wear contact lenses if they have signs or symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis. ( 5.3 ) 5.1 Hypersensitivity Reactions In patients receiving systemically administered quinolones, including moxifloxacin, serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions have been reported, some following the first dose. Some reactions were accompanied by cardiovascular collapse, loss of consciousness, angioedema (including laryngeal, pharyngeal or facial edema), airway obstruction, dyspnea, urticaria, and itching. If an allergic reaction to moxifloxacin occurs, discontinue use of the drug. Serious acute hypersensitivity reactions may require immediate emergency treatment. Oxygen and airway management should be administered as clinically indicated. 5.2 Growth of Resistant Organisms with Prolonged Use As with other anti-infectives, prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms, including fungi. If superinfection occurs, discontinue use and institute alternative therapy. Whenever clinical judgment dictates, the patient should be examined with the aid of magnification, such as slit-lamp biomicroscopy, and, where appropriate, fluorescein staining. 5.3 Avoidance of Contact Lens Wear Patients should be advised not to wear contact lenses if they have signs or symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis.

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The most frequently reported ocular adverse events were conjunctivitis, decreased visual acuity, dry eye, keratitis, ocular discomfort, ocular hyperemia, ocular pain, ocular pruritus, subconjunctival hemorrhage, and tearing. These events occurred in approximately 1% to 6% of patients. ( 6 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. at 1-800-399-2561 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to the rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The most frequently reported ocular adverse events were conjunctivitis, decreased visual acuity, dry eye, keratitis, ocular discomfort, ocular hyperemia, ocular pain, ocular pruritus, subconjunctival hemorrhage, and tearing. These events occurred in approximately 1% to 6% of patients. Nonocular adverse events reported at a rate of 1% to 4% were fever, increased cough, infection, otitis media, pharyngitis, rash, and rhinitis.

Drug Interactions

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7. Drug Interactions Drug-drug interaction studies have not been conducted with moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution. In vitro studies indicate that moxifloxacin does not inhibit CYP3A4, CYP2D6, CYP2C9, CYP2C19, or CYP1A2, indicating that moxifloxacin is unlikely to alter the pharmacokinetics of drugs metabolized by these cytochrome P450 isozymes.

Use in Specific Populations

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8. Use in Specific Populations 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no adequate and well-controlled studies with moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution in pregnant women to inform any drug-associated risks. Oral administration of moxifloxacin to pregnant rats and monkeys and intravenously to pregnant rabbits during the period of organogenesis did not produce adverse maternal or fetal effects at clinically relevant doses. Oral administration of moxifloxacin to pregnant rats during late gestation through lactation did not produce adverse maternal, fetal or neonatal effects at clinically relevant doses (see Data). Data Animal Data Embryo-fetal studies were conducted in pregnant rats administered with 20, 100, or 500 mg/kg/day moxifloxacin by oral gavage on Gestation Days 6 to 1 7, to target the period of organogenesis. Decreased fetal body weight and delayed skeletal development were observed at 500 mg/kg/day [277 times the human area under the curve (AUC) at the recommended human ophthalmic dose]. The No-Observed-Adverse-Effect-Level (NOAEL) for developmental toxicity was 100 mg/kg/day (30 times the human AUC at the recommended human ophthalmic dose). Embryo-fetal studies were conducted in pregnant rabbits administered with 2, 6.5, or 20 mg/kg/day moxifloxacin by intravenous administration on Gestation Days 6 to 20, to target the period of organogenesis. Abortions, increased incidence of fetal malformations, delayed fetal skeletal ossification, and reduced placental and fetal body weights were observed at 20 mg/kg/day (1086 times the human AUC at the recommended human ophthalmic dose), a dose that produced maternal body weight loss and death. The NOAEL for developmental toxicity was 6.5 mg/kg/day (246 times the human AUC at the recommended human ophthalmic dose). Pregnant cynomolgus monkeys were administered moxifloxacin at doses of 10, 30, or 100 mg/kg/day by intragastric intubation between Gestation Days 20 and 50, targeting the period of organogenesis. At the maternal toxic doses of 2: 30 mg/kg/day, increased abortion, vomiting, and diarrhea were observed. Smaller fetuses/reduced fetal body weights were observed at 100 mg/kg/day (2864 times the human AUC at the recommended human ophthalmic dose). The NOAEL for fetal toxicity was 10 mg/kg/day (174 times the human AUC at the recommended human ophthalmic dose). In a pre- and postnatal study, rats were administered moxifloxacin by oral gavage at doses of 20, 100, and 500 mg/kg/day from Gestation Day 6 until the end of lactation. Maternal death occurred during gestation at 500 mg/kg/day. Slight increases in the duration of pregnancy, reduced pup birth weight, and decreased prenatal and neonatal survival were observed at 500 mg/kg/day (estimated 277 times the human AUC at the recommended human ophthalmic dose). The NOAEL for pre- and postnatal development was 100 mg/kg/day (estimated 30 times the human AUC at the recommended human ophthalmic dose). 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There is no data regarding the presence of moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infants, or the effects on milk production/excretion to inform risk of moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution to an infant during lactation. A study in lactating rats has shown transfer of moxifloxacin into milk following oral administration. Systemic levels of moxifloxacin following topical ocular administration are low [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)], and it is not known whether measurable levels of moxifloxacin would be present in maternal milk following topical ocular administration. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution 0.5% have been established in all ages. Use of moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution is supported …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action Moxifloxacin is a member of the fluoroquinolone class of anti-infective drugs [ see Microbiology ( 12.4 ) ].

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION Moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution USP, 0.5% is a sterile solution for topical ophthalmic use. Moxifloxacin hydrochloride is an 8-methoxy fluoroquinolone anti-infective, with a diazabicyclononyl ring at the C7 position. The chemical name for moxifloxacin hydrochloride is 1-Cyclopropyl-6-fluoro-1,4-dihydro-8-methoxy-7-[(4aS,7aS)-octahydro-6H-pyrrolol[3,4- b]pyridin-6-yl]-4-oxo-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid, monohydrochloride. The molecular formula for moxifloxacin hydrochloride is C 21 H 24 FN 3 O 4 •HCl and its molecular weight is 437.9 g/mol. The chemical structure is presented below: Molecular Structure Moxifloxacin hydrochloride USP is a slightly yellow to yellow crystalline powder. Each mL of moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution USP contains 5.45 mg moxifloxacin hydrochloride USP equivalent to 5 mg moxifloxacin base. Moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution contains: Active: Moxifloxacin 0.5% (5 mg/mL); Inactives: Boric acid, sodium chloride and water for injection. May also contain hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide to adjust pH to approximately 6.8. Moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution USP, 0.5% is a yellow colored transparent isotonic solution with an osmolality of approximately 290 mOsm/kg.

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

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Moxifloxacin Ophthalmic Solution, USP 0.5% is supplied as a sterile ophthalmic solution in a dispensing system consisting of a natural low density polyethylene bottle and dispensing plug and tan polypropylene closure. Tamper evidence is provided with a shrink band around the closure and neck area of the package. NDC 17478-519-19 3 mL in 5 mL bottle Storage: Store at 2° to 25°C (36° to 77°F).

Adverse event reports

Source: openFDA FAERS
20,167
FAERS reports mentioning this drug
as of 2026-09-25T03:42:24+00:00
A report count is not a risk measure. FAERS accepts voluntary and mandatory reports without establishing causation, and reporting is influenced by how widely a drug is used, how long it has been marketed, and media attention. FDA states that reports “do not prove that the drug caused the event”. Compare rates, not totals.

Attributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE MONOHYDRATE. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.

Recalls

Source: FDA Enforcement
Drug recall enforcement reports associated with this product.
Classification Reported Firm Reason Status
Class II February 23, 2022 Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc. Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications Terminated
Class III January 22, 2020 AuroMedics Pharma LLC Discoloration: Market complaints of discoloration in Moxifloxacin Ophthalmic Solution. Terminated
Class III March 6, 2019 Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Expansion of July 2018 and February 2019 recall due to high out-of-specification for impurities. Terminated
Class III February 20, 2019 Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out of specification test results in related substance at three-month long term stability study was obtained. Terminated
Class III August 8, 2018 Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: An out-of-specification result in the related substance test during three month long-term stability study. Terminated

Packaging and NDCs

Source: NDC Directory
Every National Drug Code package associated with this medication. The NDC is the identifier used for dispensing, billing and pharmacovigilance in the United States.
Package NDC Product NDC Labeler Description Marketing start
50090-6357-0 50090-6357 A-S Medication Solutions 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (50090-6357-0) / 3 mL in 1 BOTTLE February 6, 2023
50090-8029-0 50090-8029 A-S Medication Solutions 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (50090-8029-0) / 3 mL in 1 BOTTLE August 3, 2026
80425-0239-1 80425-0239 Advanced Rx Pharmacy of Tennessee, LLC 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER in 1 CARTON (80425-0239-1) / 3 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER January 11, 2023
80425-0379-1 80425-0379 Advanced Rx Pharmacy of Tennessee, LLC 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (80425-0379-1) / 3 mL in 1 BOTTLE March 21, 2024
60505-0582-4 60505-0582 Apotex Corp. 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER in 1 CARTON (60505-0582-4) / 3 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER July 1, 2017
65862-840-03 65862-840 Aurobindo Pharma Limited 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (65862-840-03) / 3 mL in 1 BOTTLE October 4, 2017
72162-2107-2 72162-2107 Bryant Ranch Prepack 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER in 1 CARTON (72162-2107-2) / 3 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER July 1, 2017
72189-321-05 72189-321 Direct Rx 3 mL in 1 BOTTLE (72189-321-05) February 7, 2022
72189-334-05 72189-334 Direct Rx 3 mL in 1 BOTTLE (72189-334-05) March 8, 2022
51407-321-03 51407-321 Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER in 1 CARTON (51407-321-03) / 3 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER April 21, 2023
68180-422-01 68180-422 Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (68180-422-01) / 3 mL in 1 BOTTLE July 1, 2017
16714-643-01 16714-643 NorthStar Rx LLC 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (16714-643-01) / 3 mL in 1 BOTTLE October 4, 2017
82804-055-03 82804-055 Proficient Rx LP 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (82804-055-03) / 3 mL in 1 BOTTLE January 9, 2024
67296-2129-3 67296-2129 Redpharm Drug 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (67296-2129-3) / 3 mL in 1 BOTTLE July 1, 2017
50090-6357 50090-6357 A-S Medication Solutions — July 1, 2017
50090-8029 50090-8029 A-S Medication Solutions — October 4, 2017
80425-0239 80425-0239 Advanced Rx Pharmacy of Tennessee, LLC — January 11, 2023
80425-0379 80425-0379 Advanced Rx Pharmacy of Tennessee, LLC — March 21, 2024
60505-0582 60505-0582 Apotex Corp. — July 1, 2017
65862-840 65862-840 Aurobindo Pharma Limited — October 4, 2017
72162-2107 72162-2107 Bryant Ranch Prepack — July 1, 2017
72189-321 72189-321 Direct Rx — February 7, 2022
72189-334 72189-334 Direct Rx — March 8, 2022
51407-321 51407-321 Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. — June 30, 2017
68180-422 68180-422 Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — July 1, 2017
16714-643 16714-643 NorthStar Rx LLC — October 4, 2017
82804-055 82804-055 Proficient Rx LP — October 4, 2017
67296-2129 67296-2129 Redpharm Drug — July 1, 2017

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Drug Labeling FDA / NLM Prescribing information reproduced above
FAERS FDA Adverse event report counts
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