Moxifloxacin

Description

Moxifloxacin belongs to the class of medicines called Fluoroquinolones. It kill

s various bacteria that cause infections.

Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses

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 infectio...

Contraindications

When should one not use Moxifloxacin

Allergy to Moxifloxacin.

Side effects

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

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

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 infect...

Interactions

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 medici...

Dietary Restrictions

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 le...

Dosage

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 ...

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 ...
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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.

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

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