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Moxiquin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Moxiquin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Moxiquin. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Moxiquin are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Moxiquin have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Moxiquin 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Moxiquin is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Moxiquin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral must refrain from the use of Moxiquin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Moxiquin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Moxiquin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Moxiquin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Moxiquin 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 Moxiquin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Moxiquin. It is best to stop taking Moxiquin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Moxiquin safe during breastfeeding?
Moxiquin 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 Moxiquin on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Moxiquin on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Moxiquin on the Liver?
Moxiquin does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Moxiquin on the Heart?
Side effects of Moxiquin rarely affect the heart.
Moxiquin 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 Moxiquin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Moxiquin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Moxiquin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Moxiquin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Moxiquin can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Moxiquin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Moxiquin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Moxiquin
Taking Moxiquin with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Moxiquin
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, Moxiquin 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 Moxiquin is causing weight gain then discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Moxiquin can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Moxiquin along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Moxiquin is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Moxiquin without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
No, Moxiquin does not cover strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It is generally found to be resistant to Moxiquin. Hence other antibiotics which are active against Pseudomonas aeruginosa should be used.
Moxiquin 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 Moxiquin 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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