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Moxiflox Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Moxiflox Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Moxiflox Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Moxiflox Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Moxiflox Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Moxiflox Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Moxiflox Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Moxiflox Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Moxiflox Tablet related warnings section.
Moxiflox Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Moxiflox Tablet in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral. The section on Moxiflox Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Moxiflox Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Moxiflox Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Moxiflox Tablet 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
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Is the use of Moxiflox Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Moxiflox may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Moxiflox again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Moxiflox Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Moxiflox. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Moxiflox Tablet on the Kidneys?
Moxiflox is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Moxiflox Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Moxiflox on the liver.
What is the effect of Moxiflox Tablet on the Heart?
Moxiflox is rarely harmful for the heart.
Moxiflox Tablet 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 Moxiflox Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Moxiflox Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Moxiflox Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Moxiflox Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Moxiflox Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Moxiflox Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Moxiflox Tablet
Taking Moxiflox Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Moxiflox Tablet
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Moxiflox Tablet are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Yes, Moxiflox is an antibiotic. It contains moxifloxacin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
Yes, Moxiflox covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Bacteroides fragilis, Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron, Clostridium perfringens, and Peptostreptococcus species.
Yes, Moxiflox can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Moxiflox along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Moxiflox can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Moxiflox along with paracetamol if it does not exceed the recommended dosage.
No, Moxiflox does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. It is only effective against methicillin-susceptible strains only.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 579-584
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 714
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Avelox (moxifloxacin hydrochloride)
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