Now Available: Moxifloxacin Generic for Moxeza

Generic Moxeza

Currently, six generic versions of Moxeza™ are approved by the FDA, and they may become available in May of 2029. However, generic drug release dates may change based on litigation, patent expiration, and drug exclusivities.

The following pharmaceutical companies have FDA approval to manufacture generic Moxeza eye drops:

1. Watson Laboratories Inc.
2. Akorn Inc.
3. Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
4. Apotex Inc.
5. Aurobindo Pharma Ltd.
6. Lupin Ltd.

Moxeza (moxifloxacin) is an antibiotic eye drop that belongs to the category of drugs known as fluoroquinolones. Moxeza is used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis, or eye infections caused by bacteria. Some people call this condition “pink eye.” Moxeza eye drops work by killing the bacteria that cause an eye infection.

Generic drugs play an essential role in our health care. Sixty-five percent of prescriptions in the United States are generics. Generic formulations are crucial in keeping up with the increasing patient demand for medications and save consumers over $10 million per year in prescription costs. The process by which brand name drugs become available as generics is rigorous and well regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

1. Moxifloxacin (generic for Moxeca)

The cost of moxifloxacin without insurance starts at $25.95* for 0.5% and 1 drop btl using an RxSaver coupon.

Pricing for moxiflocaxin varies based on pharmacy and location. To ensure you are finding the best cost for your moxiflocaxin prescription at pharmacies closest to you, search for prescription costs for your area with RxSaver’s free search tool below.

How Does a Drug Become Generic?

Brand name drugs have patents that are valid for 20 years after the filing of the patent application. However, a large amount of that time is spent developing the drug, so the length of time the brand drug is on the market before the patent exclusion expires is usually only a few years. Another pharmaceutical manufacturer can apply to make a generic version of a drug before this patent has expired but cannot release the new generic version on the market until the patent expires. The generic manufacturers must submit an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) to the FDA, showing that the generic drug has the same quality, strength, and safety as the brand name product. The submitted ANDA must demonstrate that:

• The generic drug is equivalent to the brand name drug in formulation (i.e., tablet, solution, extended-release, etc.)
• The manufacturer can make the drug correctly and consistently
• The active ingredient is the same as the one in the brand-name drug
• The established amount of the drug always reaches the site of action in the same amount of time
• The inactive ingredients are safe
• The drug is stable for a reasonable amount of time
• The container used for the drug is appropriate for the stability of the drug
• The drug information label is the same as that of the brand name drug
• The brand name drug’s patents and exclusivities have expired

The generic manufacturer is not required to submit animal studies or human clinical studies. Instead, they are required to prove the bioequivalence of the product.

What Is Bioequivalence?

A generic drug is bioequivalent to the brand name product if the active ingredient is available at the site of intended action (bloodstream, skin, lungs, etc.) within the same amount of time as the original drug.

The following are points to keep in mind if you are using Moxeza:

• Be careful not to touch the tip of the bottle to your eyes, face, hands, or any surface to keep bacteria from getting in the eye drops.
• Wash your hands with soap and water before and after using the eye drops.
• Do not wear contact lenses while you are using Moxeza.
• Let your doctor know if your symptoms worsen, or if they do not improve within a few days.
• Common side effects of Moxeza include burning in the eyes, dry or itchy eyes, redness, tearing or eye discharge, pain in the eyes, and vision problems.

Pricing averaged at the following pharmacies: CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens Pharmacy, Walmart Pharmacy, Costco Pharmacy on 1/21/2021. Visit RxSaver.com to find your coupon prices in your area.