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K Moxi is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, K Moxi has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of K Moxi. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of K Moxi are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of K Moxi have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of K Moxi are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of K Moxi is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, K Moxi's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the K Moxi related warnings section.
K Moxi is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of K Moxi have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, K Moxi may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking K Moxi is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
K Moxi is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when K Moxi is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of K Moxi safe for pregnant women?
K Moxi can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking K Moxi right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of K Moxi safe during breastfeeding?
K Moxi may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of K Moxi on the Kidneys?
Using K Moxi does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of K Moxi on the Liver?
K Moxi does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of K Moxi on the Heart?
K Moxi has very mild side effects on the heart.
K Moxi should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take K Moxi unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this K Moxi habit forming or addictive?
K Moxi is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking K Moxi you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, K Moxi is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, K Moxi is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and K Moxi
K Moxi may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and K Moxi
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking K Moxi are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
K Moxi is a brand name of moxifloxacin and it comes in form of a tablet, infusion, eye drops, and eye ointment. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug known as fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used for the treatment of bacterial infections such as skin infections, eye infections, intra-abdominal infections, chronic bronchitis, community-acquired pneumonia, and sinusitis.
No, K Moxi does not cause a headache. It has not been reported by the patient's who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing a headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balms and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
K Moxi contains moxifloxacin (a broad-spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as fluoroquinolones). It works by inhibiting enzymes (topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase) in bacteria which prevents the DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination that is essential for the survival of the susceptible organism. In this way K Moxi is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Enterococcus faecalis, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Moraxella catarrhalis.
Yes, K Moxi can treat sinusitis (inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages) caused by bacterial infection. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.
Yes, oral K Moxi may cause dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and drink ample water.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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