Select Pincode

Don’t have a prescription?

Get Started

Order Medicines Healthcare Products Diagnostic Tests

Offers

Cart

Home Molecules Moxifloxacin

Moxifloxacin

Molecule Description

Moxifloxacin belongs to the class of medicines called Fluoroquinolones. It kills various bacteria that cause infections.

Uses of Moxifloxacin

Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic agent used for a variety of bacterial infections. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. It can be used to treat skin infections, stomach infections, pneumonia, lung infections and eye infection.

read less

Contraindications of Moxifloxacin

When should one not use Moxifloxacin

Allergy to Moxifloxacin.

Side effects of Moxifloxacin

Common side effects of this drug are:

Nausea
Diarrhea (sometimes it may be severe if blood is found in diarrhea)
Vomiting
Headache
Agitation
Dizziness
Numbness or weakness in legs, hands
Severe heartburn
Blurred vision
Headaches
Painful blisters in nose, mouth, penis/ vagina
Irregular heartbeat
Fainting
Stomach/ abdominal pain

Precautions and Warnings of Moxifloxacin

Pregnancy

Can I take Moxifloxacin during pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended to be given to pregnant women. It should only be provided once all the risks have been considered and the doctor has deemed it necessary for usage.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Moxifloxacin while breastfeeding?

It should not be given to women who are breastfeeding as it can be detrimental to the health of the baby’s joints. If given due to the extreme need in the patient, the infant should be monitored for diarrhea and diaper rash.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Moxifloxacin?

The patient should not perform any activity which requires the patient to be alert and pay full attention, as the medicine is known to have side effects which include dizziness and nausea.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Moxifloxacin?

It should not be consumed with alcohol; a consultation with the doctor is a must.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

If you develop an allergic reaction to this drug
You experience eye irritation after using an eye drop containing this medicine
It should also be given to the elderly with caution and after careful consultation with the doctor as it can increase the chances of swelling of joint tendon (tendinitis) and tendon rupture

Mode of Action of Moxifloxacin

How Does It Work?

Moxifloxacin belongs to a specific class of medicine that is known as Fluoroquinolones. Being an antibiotic, they work by stopping the growth of genetic material of the bacteria. Over time, the infection gets treated.

read less

Interactions of Moxifloxacin

Interactions with other medicines

This medicine is known to have severe interactions with Quinidine, Escitalopram and Corticosteroids. It is also known to have moderate to mild interactions with Ethinyl Estradiol, anti-diabetic medicine and Aspirin.

read less

Dietary Restrictions of Moxifloxacin

Avoid consuming supplements that contain iron, zinc, magnesium, calcium or aluminium within 4 hours after the medication is taken or 8 hours before taking medicine. These minerals make the medicine less effective.

read less

Dosage of Moxifloxacin

Overdose

Do not increase the prescribed dosage. Doing so will only lead to greater side effects or may cause serious harm to the body. It must only be used to treat certain conditions or if there are no other treatment options available.

read less

Missed a Dose

If you missed any doses of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If the missed dose falls at the time of your next scheduled dose, then skip it. Do not take an extra dose more than prescribed to make up for it
read less
Avoid skipping doses as this may increase your risk of developing infection that may be resistant to antibiotics
Complete the course of antibiotics for as many days as prescribed by your physician

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Mahesh Muthe

MBBS

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I exercise while taking Moxifloxacin?

A: Hard physical activity must be avoided. Tendon injuries are more likely while taking medicine.

Q: In what form is Moxifloxacin available?

A: Moxifloxacin is available as both an ophthalmic solution and an oral tablet. The ophthalmic solution is used to treat eye-based infections, while the oral tablet can be used to treat a host of other bacterial infections in the body.

Q: Will Moxifloxacin help cure the common cold?

A: Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic that is used to treat bacterial infections. A common cold is a viral infection arising due to a virus in the body. Hence, it cannot be used to treat a common cold.

References

View All

Last Updated on: 05 Oct 2020 | 10:47 PM (IST)

Share This With Your Friends

Recent articles

See All

10 Simple Tips To Get Acidity And Heartburn Under Control

We’re over two weeks into 2021. You’ve probably embraced the motto of “NEW YEAR, NEW ME,” and have already drafted your new year resolution list, because why not? However, for patients who struggle with acid reflux or GERD, the promise of a “NEW YOU” is a bit difficult to attain. Living with ACIDITY and HEARTBURN

Facing Acidity During Winter? Here’s The Solution!

Have you lately felt that your joints ache when the temperature drops? Even though the science behind this relationship isn’t clear, flare-ups, when the weather turns, are quite real for most people with joint pain. This may sound like migrating to a warmer climate is the only remedy. However, here are a few ways to

Make Your 2021 Acidity-Free With These Easy-To-Follow Steps!

The new year is here! Now that we are almost two weeks in, how are those resolutions going? Where is the acid reflux on the list, and what have you done to resolve it? From our personal experience, anecdotal evidence, and published medical research, we know that many times acid reflux is a disease of

New COVID Strains – Here Are Some Countries Where Cases Have Been Found

For almost a year, the world has been struggling with a pandemic the likes of which have seldom been recorded in history. 2020 was a terrible year for almost all of us. But towards the end of the year, it seemed like the battle was about to be won. The coronavirus live update stated that

Bird Flu In India: Should You Worry?

We all started 2021 on a hopeful note. The coronavirus vaccine is about to roll out and there is a high possibility of us resuming our old lives very soon. But then came the news that has plunged us into despair. Another virus is doing the rounds and creating headlines. Bird flu or avian flu

FAQs Regarding COVID Vaccination To Be Aware Of

According to the latest coronavirus news, vaccination in India will kick off from January 16. This is a cause for celebration! The end of the long battle against COVID is near. But at the same time, you might have a few questions regarding the COVID-19 vaccination program. It is important to get all your queries

Want To Get The COVID-19 Vaccine? Check The Step-wise Procedure

In a bid to finally get rid of the menace of COVID-19 disease, central and state governments in India are all geared up to begin the cross-nation vaccination drive, probably the most pervasive one in the history of Indian healthcare. With the vaccination drive set to begin on January 13, 2021, people in India are

Will A Coronavirus Vaccine Be Effective Against The New Mutated B117 Virus?

Will The B117 Virus Trigger Another Lockdown In India?

Just when we thought that the COVID-19 pandemic was receding, we received some gloomy news. There’s a new COVID strain doing the rounds. Our coronavirus vaccine drive is almost underway and at this point, news of a new COVID strain, the B117 virus has got everyone asking the question- does this mean a new lockdown?

Is It A Cold Or Is It An Allergy? By #AllergyFree- A Sanofi India Initiative

Disclaimer

The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not be treated as a replacement for physical medical consultation or advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy and the completeness of the information so provided. The absence of any information and/or warning to any drug shall not be considered and assumed as an implied assurance of the Company. We do not take any responsibility for the consequences arising out of the aforementioned information and strongly recommend you for a physical consultation in case of any queries or doubts. Please click here for detailed T&C.

Please add item(s) to proceed