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Moxiford is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Moxiford has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Moxiford depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Moxiford include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Moxiford as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Moxiford are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Moxiford has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Moxiford has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Moxiford related warnings section.
Moxiford is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Moxiford have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Moxiford may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Moxiford, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Moxiford 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Moxiford is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Moxiford safe for pregnant women?
Moxiford may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Moxiford again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Moxiford safe during breastfeeding?
Moxiford 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 Moxiford on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Moxiford on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Moxiford on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Moxiford on the liver.
What is the effect of Moxiford on the Heart?
Side effects of Moxiford rarely affect the heart.
Moxiford 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 Moxiford unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Moxiford habit forming or addictive?
Moxiford does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Moxiford. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Moxiford should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Moxiford is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Moxiford
When consumed with certain foods, Moxiford may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Moxiford
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Moxiford at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Moxiford covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Bacteroides fragilis, Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron, Clostridium perfringens, and Peptostreptococcus species.
Moxiford is a brand name of moxifloxacin and it comes in form of a tablet, infusion, eye drops, and eye ointment. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug known as fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used for the treatment of bacterial infections such as skin infections, eye infections, intra-abdominal infections, chronic bronchitis, community-acquired pneumonia, and sinusitis.
The dosage of this drug may vary depending on the type of infection and severity of the infection. Usually, oral Moxiford is recommended to be taken once daily or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without the food because food does not affect the absorption of this drug. Precautions must be taken in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, heart diseases, diabetes mellitus, and improper liver or kidney function.
No, Moxiford does not cause a headache. It has not been reported by the patient's who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing a headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balms and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Discontinuing Moxiford on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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