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Vigamox vs. Cortisporin

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.

• Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye)

• 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%)

• For use in the eye only
• Risk of developing new infection
• Don't wear contact lenses
• Severe allergic reaction

Cortisporin Otic is an ear drop that contains three medications: two antibiotics (neomycin, polymyxin) and a corticosteroid (hydrocortisone). It's a good option for treating outer ear infections in adults and children. The typical dose is to place 3 to 4 drops into the affected ear three to four times a day for up to 10 days. Some people have reported burning and stinging as side effects. Brand name Cortisporin Otic has been discontinued; this medication is only available as a generic.

• Outer ear infection

• Burning
• Stinging

• Hearing loss
• Allergic reaction
• New infection