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Moxiquin Kt is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. Other than this, Moxiquin Kt has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Moxiquin Kt depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Moxiquin Kt also has some side effects, the most common being Eye irritation, Eye itching, Eye Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Moxiquin Kt can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Moxiquin Kt are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Moxiquin Kt's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Moxiquin Kt's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy must refrain from the use of Moxiquin Kt since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Moxiquin Kt with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Moxiquin Kt is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Moxiquin Kt 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Moxiquin Kt safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Moxiquin KT for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Moxiquin Kt safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Moxiquin KT on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Moxiquin KT will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Moxiquin Kt on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Moxiquin KT on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Moxiquin Kt on the Liver?
Moxiquin KT does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Moxiquin Kt on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Moxiquin KT for the heart.
Moxiquin Kt should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Moxiquin Kt unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Moxiquin Kt habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Moxiquin Kt.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Moxiquin Kt can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Moxiquin Kt is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Moxiquin Kt is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Moxiquin Kt
Taking Moxiquin Kt with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Moxiquin Kt
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Moxiquin Kt with alcohol.
Yes, Moxiquin KT is given for short-term treatment of inflammation and pain, once you find relief from pain and inflammation then you can discontinue it if taken by yourself. But if your doctor has prescribed Moxiquin KT and if you are thinking about discontinuing this medicine then do discuss with your doctor.
Moxiquin KT is available as an injection and as a tablet. Your doctor may give you the intravenous or intramuscular injection of Moxiquin KTdepends on the severity of disease and patient condition. Tablet is to be taken by the oral route. It is important to take the tablet at the same time every day so that you do not forget the dose. Take the tablet with food or an antacid to prevent or lessen stomach upset. Please follow the instructions of your doctor completely while taking Moxiquin KT.
Yes, Moxiquin KT can cause gastrointestinal complications. It can cause bleeding, peptic ulcers and perforation of the stomach and intestine which can get very dangerous. Moxiquin KT is contraindicated in people with a history of peptic ulcer and bleeding. This risk is even higher in the elderly population.
Yes, Moxiquin KT causes drowsiness or sleepiness. It is a common side effect of this drug. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Moxiquin KT to prevent accidents and injuries as Moxiquin KT causes drowsiness.
Moxiquin KT is a brand name for ketorolac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is available in the form of an injection and tablet. It has antipyretic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a short-acting and potent drug used for the management of moderately severe pain and inflammation.
This medicine data has been created by -
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