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Compare Vigamox vs. Besivance

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Key takeaways

Moxifloxacin (Vigamox) and Besifloxacin (Besivance) are both fluoroquinolone antibiotic eye drops used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye). Moxifloxacin (Vigamox) is available in both brand-name and generic forms, while Besifloxacin (Besivance) is only available as a brand-name medication. Moxifloxacin (Vigamox) can be used in people of all ages, including infants, whereas Besifloxacin (Besivance) is approved for use in adults and children 1 year and older. Both medications are typically dosed as one drop in the affected eye(s) three times a day for seven days. Common side effects for both include eye redness and irritation, but Moxifloxacin (Vigamox) can also cause dry eye, blurry vision, and watery eyes. While both medications are effective, the choice between them may depend on age and specific bacterial coverage.

  • Moxifloxacin (Vigamox)
    Besivance (besifloxacin)
  • Moxifloxacin (Vigamox)
    Besivance (besifloxacin)

  • Summary of Vigamox vs. Besivance

    Summary for Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
    Prescription only

    Moxifloxacin (Vigamox) is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that treats bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye) in people of all ages. It's an eye drop that's placed in the affected eye(s) 3 times per day for 7 days. Side effects aren't common but can include dry eye, eye pain, eye redness, and itchy eyes. This medication is available as a brand-name and generic version.

    Summary for Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
    Prescription only

    Besivance is a prescription eye drop used to treat bacterial pink eye in adults and children 1 year of age and older. It belongs to the fluoroquinolone antibiotic class. The dosage is typically 1 drop three times per day for 7 days to treat the eye infection. Currently it's available only as a brand-name medication as a generic is not yet available. Side effects aren't common, but include eye redness.

  • Indications of Vigamox vs. Besivance

    Indications for
    •Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye)
    Indications for
    •Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye) in people ages 1 year and older

  • Pros and Cons of Vigamox vs. Besivance

    Pros and Const for Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
    Pros
    •Can typically start to improve symptoms in a few days
    •Generally used less often during the day than alternatives
    •Safe to use in children and infants
    •Available as a lower-cost generic
    Cons
    •Need to use 3 times a day
    •Can cause eye discomfort
    •Might be difficult for some people to use properly
    Pros and Const for Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
    Pros
    •Applied directly to the eye to target the infection
    •Side effects aren't common and are usually mild
    •Can be used in children as young as 1 year old
    Cons
    •Can cause temporary eye redness or irritation
    •Can take days before you get symptom relief
    •No lower-cost generic is available

  • Common Side Effects of Vigamox vs. Besivance

    Common Side Effects for
    •Eye inflammation or redness (up to 6%)
    •Blurry vision (up to 6%)
    •Dry eye (up to 6%)
    •Eye irritation, pain, or itching (up to 6%)
    •Watery eye (up to 6%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Eye redness (2%)

  • Warnings of Vigamox vs. Besivance

    Common Side Effects for
    •For use in the eye only
    •Risk of developing new infection
    •Don't wear contact lenses
    •Severe allergic reaction
    Common Side Effects for
    •Only for use on the surface of the eye
    •New or worsening eye infections

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