Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic from the fluoroquinolone family. In Indian trade it is most widely known as an eye drop, used by eye doctors for bacterial eye infections and around eye surgery, though oral tablets are also prescribed for other infections.
Ophthalmologists and eye hospitals drive most of the volume, with physicians and chest specialists writing the oral forms. Drops sell from chemists attached to eye clinics, optical shops with a pharmacy counter and hospital pharmacies, so a partner with access to eye surgeons has a clear advantage.
Drops, tablets and the steroid combinations
- Eye and ear drops, the largest group
- Tablets for oral use
- Ophthalmic ointments and gels
- Capsules from a few companies
Eye drop combinations add ketorolac, dexamethasone, loteprednol or prednisolone to moxifloxacin, and these are written frequently after cataract and other eye procedures. Plain drops and two or three combinations usually make up an ophthalmic starter list.
Choosing an ophthalmic franchise company
Eye products need a company that takes sterility seriously. Ask where the drops are made and whether the unit is approved for sterile ophthalmic manufacturing. Compare the wider eye range, such as lubricants, antiallergic drops and anti-glaucoma products, since eye surgeons prefer to deal with fewer companies. Check PTR and margin, the monopoly area, dropper bottle and carton quality, the shelf life on supplied stock and how expiry returns work. Promotional support for eye doctors, like product literature and samples, also matters.
Third-party manufacturing of moxifloxacin products
A brand owner should tell the manufacturer the dosage form, composition, fill volume or pack size and the minimum order quantity. For drops, specify the bottle type, nozzle and cap, and ask for sterility testing, preservative details and stability data. For tablets, mention the coating and blister type. Request certificates of analysis for every batch and product permission for each combination. The plant must hold the correct manufacturing licence, follow Schedule M GMP and run a sterile section for ophthalmic products, and you need a drug licence and GST registration.
Related pages: Antibiotic PCD Franchise and all molecules A to Z. Often combined with: Ketorolac, Dexamethasone, Loteprednol.
