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Moxifloxacin Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Moxifloxacin Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Moxifloxacin Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Moxifloxacin Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Moxifloxacin Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Moxifloxacin Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Moxifloxacin Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Moxifloxacin Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral must refrain from the use of Moxifloxacin Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Moxifloxacin Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Moxifloxacin Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Moxifloxacin Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Moxifloxacin 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Moxifloxacin Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Moxifloxacin Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Moxifloxacin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Moxifloxacin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Moxifloxacin Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Moxifloxacin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Moxifloxacin Tablet on the Kidneys?
Moxifloxacin is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Moxifloxacin Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Moxifloxacin on the liver.
What is the effect of Moxifloxacin Tablet on the Heart?
Moxifloxacin is rarely harmful for the heart.
Moxifloxacin 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 Moxifloxacin Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Moxifloxacin Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Moxifloxacin Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Moxifloxacin Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Moxifloxacin Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Moxifloxacin Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Moxifloxacin Tablet
Taking Moxifloxacin Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Moxifloxacin Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Moxifloxacin Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Yes, Moxifloxacin covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Bacteroides fragilis, Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron, Clostridium perfringens, and Peptostreptococcus species.
Yes, Moxifloxacin 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, Moxifloxacin can be used for UTI (urinary tract infection) caused by bacteria Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae. However, it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.
Yes, oral Moxifloxacin may cause diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. To keep yourself well hydrated, drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this drug. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then discuss with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Moxifloxacin 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.
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