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Mahaflox is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops,Tablet,Ointment,Infusion. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Mahaflox has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Mahaflox depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Mahaflox include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Mahaflox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Mahaflox 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.
In addition, Mahaflox's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Mahaflox has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mahaflox related warnings section.
Mahaflox is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Mahaflox are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Mahaflox may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Mahaflox is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Mahaflox 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 Mahaflox safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Mahaflox. It is best to stop taking Mahaflox immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Mahaflox safe during breastfeeding?
Mahaflox should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Mahaflox on the Kidneys?
Mahaflox is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Mahaflox on the Liver?
Mahaflox is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Mahaflox on the Heart?
Mahaflox has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mahaflox 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 Mahaflox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mahaflox habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Mahaflox is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Mahaflox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Mahaflox is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mahaflox is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mahaflox
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Mahaflox to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mahaflox
Taking Mahaflox and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Take Mahaflox as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
Yes, Mahaflox covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Bacteroides fragilis, Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron, Clostridium perfringens, and Peptostreptococcus species.
Yes, Mahaflox 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, Mahaflox 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.
No, Mahaflox does not cover strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It is generally found to be resistant to Mahaflox. Hence other antibiotics which are active against Pseudomonas aeruginosa should be used.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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