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Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop related warnings talks about Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral. Some other conditions that can be affected by Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop 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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Is the use of Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
Kitmox may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Kitmox, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Kitmox may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Kitmox should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
Using Kitmox does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop on the Liver?
Kitmox is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop on the Heart?
Kitmox is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kitmox Unit dose Eye Drop
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
No, Kitmox does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking. However, if notice any unusual weight gain after taking this drug and you are in doubt that Kitmox is causing weight gain then discuss it with your doctor.
Kitmox 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 Kitmox 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.
Kitmox is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Kitmox without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
Yes, Kitmox 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, Kitmox can be taken with ranitidine. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ranitidine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Avelox (moxifloxacin hydrochloride)